SPRINGFIELD – In response to the announcement of the indictment of former House Speaker Mike Madigan on federal racketeering charges, State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) issued the following response: “Today,…

As you receive this, the world may feel heavier than when I sent my last Batinick Bulletin. Last week, we saw shocking images of violence and explosions in Ukraine as…

SPRINGFIELD – On Wednesday, legislation co-sponsored by State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) to combat human trafficking in Illinois passed the House of Representatives. House Bill 4593 was introduced by Rep….

PLAINFIELD – In response to the Governor’s joint State of the State Budget Address, State Representative Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) released the following response: “Governor Pritzker highlighted in his budget address…

I hope this finds you happy and well this snowy February! Below is my monthly legislative update with information on what we’re working on in Springfield and updates from the…

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…