Any annual surplus above inflation and population growth would be directed to lower the subsequent year’s income tax rate. The rate could float up or down, depending on economic conditions,…

by Rep. Mark Batinick from National Review New York City’s move to give 800,000 noncitizens the right to vote is the latest example of a national effort by Democratic partisans to win elections…

By taking the “carrot” approach, the state can facilitate and increase the amount of small and minority-owned businesses used by agencies. The state should make it easier for Women and…

PLAINFIELD – On Tuesday, State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) filed legislation that would grant a contract bidding boost to minority and women-owned businesses and businesses owned by individuals with disabilities….

PLAINFIELD – On Thursday, legislation to authorize additional funding and extend the successful “Batinick Buyout” program for state pensions passed out of the House Personnel & Pensions Committee. House Bill…

PLAINFIELD – On Tuesday, State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) filed legislation that would require the randomization of the order of candidate names on Illinois ballots in primary, general, and consolidated…

We are into our Spring Session and I’m delighted to bring you this update on what we have been working on in Springfield. We will be in session until Friday,…

Hello to everyone in the 97th District and Happy New Year! I hope this new year finds you safe, healthy, and well. I am writing to provide you a legislative…

TIF Reform TIF reform is desperately needed and one example of this is Chicago. The point of a TIF is to help rekindle a blighted area, yet nearly one-third of…

Illinois is a special place to so many people in the state and across the nation. We are a great state with a rich history and terrific communities. Yet we…