Senator Seth Lewis and Representative Amy Grant to Host Senior Expo on June 24 in Wheaton
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) are partnering with over 70 agencies that cater to the needs of area seniors for a Senior Expo that will be held on Wednesday, June 24. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. In addition, non-perishable food and toiletry items will be collected […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
With No Bears Bill Sent to Governor Before Adjournment, Owners Announce They’re Moving Forward in Indiana I was hopeful when I learned a simplified proposal would be coming forward in the final hours of session that would aim to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois. From the very beginning, I was clear that I wanted […]
Senator Lewis. Rep. Sanalitro to Co-Host IPASS on Demand Event in Elk Grove Village on June 11
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) are bringing a mobile team from the Illinois Tollway to Elk Grove Village for an IPASS on Demand event on June 11. “The Tollway is transitioning away from plastic transponders and is replacing them with new sticker technology,” said Lewis. “Rather than having […]
Senator Lewis Reacts to Bears’ Announcement Regarding Advancing Stadium Development in Hammond, Indiana
On Friday, the Chicago Bears organization announced it will advance its stadium development in Hammond, Indiana. Upon learning the news, State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) issued the following statement: “Today’s announcement that the Chicago Bears will advance their stadium development project in Hammond, Indiana is very disappointing, but I cannot say I am surprised. […]
Senator Lewis Reacts to Passage of FY 2027 Budget
After the passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget on June 1, State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) issued the following statement: “The lack of transparency with the final budget process is disappointing. Good government does not fear scrutiny. In fact, good government embraces scrutiny because scrutiny and transparency help build public trust. “While there […]
Senate Republican Budgeteers Warn of Another Late-Night Budget Drop, Push for Relief for Taxpayers
With just four days left before the scheduled May 31 adjournment date, Senate Republican budgeteers gathered together to warn that Illinois families should brace for the same end-of-session script that has played out year after year, with record spending, last-minute tax hikes, and working families left holding the bill. State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) was […]
OPINION: Illinois has all the advantages to make it an economic leader, not a laggard
The following guest opinion was published in Crain’s Chicago Business’ Forum publication on Monday, May 25: Full Text: Few states possess the embedded advantages Illinois does: unmatched road, rail, and river infrastructure, global air transportation, world-class universities, fertile farmland, and one of the nation’s largest economic hubs in Chicago. We sit at the center of […]
Senator Seth Lewis Named “Legislator of the Year” by DuPage Animal Friends
In recognition of his ongoing commitment to protecting animals and supporting and sponsoring policies that promote their humane treatment, Illinois State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) has been named “Legislator of the Year” by DuPage Animal Friends. Senator Lewis received the award during the organization’s annual Furever Friends Gala held recently in Oak Brook. The honor […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Lawmakers Enter Final Two Weeks of Session With just two weeks remaining before the scheduled May 31 adjournment, Illinois lawmakers still have numerous major issues to resolve before the spring legislative session comes to a close. The biggest task ahead will be passing the state’s next budget. Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed FY 26-27 budget totals […]
Illinois Republican Senators Warn Proposed Revenue Alliance Tax Hikes, Policy Rollbacks Will Hurt Illinois Workers, Families, and Job Growth
Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) was joined by Assistant Senate Republican Leader Sally Turner (R-Beason) and Budgeteer Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) to express serious concerns about several new tax increases being pushed by the Illinois Democratic lawmakers and the Illinois Revenue Alliance. During a Capitol press conference ahead of a Senate Revenue […]