Illinois has ignored calls for reform to turn around our state for far too long. However, we can change this by adopting a new mindset and identifying avenues for growth….

Save the Date: Recycling & Shredding Event Reimagine Illinois I joined House Republicans in launching “Reimagine Illinois.” Reimagine Illinois outlines the priorities of the Illinois House Republican Caucus for the…

PLAINFIELD – On Wednesday, State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) joined the House Republican Caucus in launching Reimagine Illinois. Reimagine Illinois outlines the priorities of the Illinois House Republican Caucus for…

Governor Pritzker reiterated the same old Illinois strategy during his State of the State budget address:  Raise taxes, rinse, repeat. This type of budgeting is frustrating mostly because it focuses on…

PLAINFIELD – On Wednesday, a bill introduced by State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) to amend the Illinois Vehicle Code was recommended “do pass” by the Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee….

This week, I participated in my first remote committee meeting in the House Insurance Committee. While lawmakers in Springfield participate remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, constituents can stay connected to…

Plainfield – In response to Governor Pritzker signing HB3653 into law Monday, State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) issued the following response: “I am disappointed in the Governor’s decision to sign…

Plainfield – In response to State Representative and former Speaker of the Illinois House Michael Madigan’s resignation, State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) released the following statement: “Former Speaker Madigan’s resignation…

Plainfield – State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) released the following statement in response to Governor Pritzker’s budget address for Fiscal Year 2022: “I was very disappointed in Governor Pritzker’s State…

Springfield – House Republican Floor Leader Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) released the following statement following floor debate on HR72, the House Rules for the 102nd General Assembly, today: “HR72 does not…