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 […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Lewis Zeroes In on Budget, Bears, and Other Key Issues as Session’s Final Month Gets Underway The Senate and House are back in Springfield this week to begin the final stretch of the spring legislative session. Members from both chambers will be pushing personal and caucus-backed legislation leading up to our scheduled May 31 adjournment. […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Key Bill Deadline Passes in Senate and House Friday, April 17 marked a significant milestone in the legislative process, as it was the deadline for most bills to pass out of their chamber of origin in order to remain viable this session. In the Senate, 149 bills were approved and will now move to the […]
Senator Seth Lewis, Representative Jennifer Sanalitro to Co-Host Medicare Information Seminar on April 20
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) are inviting residents interested in learning more about the federal Medicare program to attend a free seminar that will be held on Monday, April 20, in Itasca. Medicare 101 Seminar Monday, April 20 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Itasca Park District Waterpark Hideaway […]