Senator Seth Lewis, Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro to Host ICASH Unclaimed Property Event in Wood Dale
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) are partnering with the Illinois Treasurer’s Office to host an ICASH Unclaimed Property Event on Tuesday, July 14, helping residents determine whether they are owed money or property currently being held by the state. From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., residents can meet […]
Senator Lewis, Representative Grant to Partner on FREE Electronics Recycling Event in Wheaton
With a goal of protecting the environment and keeping electronics out of landfills, State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) are hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, July 11 in Wheaton. “It’s time to gather those electronics in need of environmentally-safe destruction,” said Lewis. “This free event will provide our […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Senator Lewis Breaks Down the Budget on “Illinois Insider” Podcast The Illinois Insider podcast is gaining in popularity because it is a no-nonsense discussion of activity under the Capitol dome in Springfield. The week after the budget was passed I had an opportunity to talk with host Mark Hespen to break down the budget that […]
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 […]