Congressman Mike Bost | Congressman Mike Bost Official U.S. House Headshot
Congressman Mike Bost | Congressman Mike Bost Official U.S. House Headshot
Representative Mike Bost, who has served Illinois' 12th district in the U.S. Congress since 2015, has been actively engaging with his constituents through various announcements and updates. His recent tweets highlight initiatives and issues of importance to his district.
On March 18, 2025, Bost announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. "Happy to announce that applications for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition are open. All members of Congress participate in the competition each year, helping select the best piece of art from each respective district to hang in the halls of the U.S. Capitol."
Later on March 18, Bost commented on a development involving NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore at the International Space Station. "NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore arrived at the International Space Station expecting a one week stay. However, technical issues with the spacecraft and a lack of prioritization from the last administration extended their stay from eight days to an arduous nine…"
On March 20, Bost shared his ongoing efforts to connect with constituents across his district. "I’m traveling the district meeting with constituents on issues impacting our rural communities – from touring areas damaged by recent tornadoes, to discussing agriculture policy, the future of farming, and the need to preserve public access to natural resources for hunting."