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
June 8, 2026
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
June 8, 2026
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)
June 5, 2026
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
June 1, 2026
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
May 27, 2026
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
May 26, 2026
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)
May 19, 2026
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
May 18, 2026
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
May 6, 2026
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
May 5, 2026
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
April 20, 2026
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
April 8, 2026