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Hearing addresses cybersecurity challenges in protecting veteran data at VA

Rep. Matt Rosendale, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, initiated a hearing focused on the cybersecurity measures in place to protect veterans' data at the Department of Veterans Affairs...

By Metro East Sun | Nov 20, 2024

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Education Support Professionals Day celebrates vital school staff

Today marks Education Support Professionals Day, a time to recognize the essential contributions of individuals who support educational environments.

By Metro East Sun | Nov 20, 2024

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Hearing addresses concerns over veteran amputee prosthetics care

By Metro East Sun | Nov 20, 2024

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa), Chairwoman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health, addressed concerns about prosthetics care for veteran amputees during a subcommittee oversight hearing titled "Life After Limb...

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Alton residents rank 92nd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for August

By Metro East Sun | Nov 19, 2024

Alton residents paid $958,031 in sales taxes, ranking 92nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

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House passes major veterans' package with strong bipartisan support

By Metro East Sun | Nov 18, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed a significant veterans' package, H.R. 8371, known as The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.

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Rep Mike Bost advocates for comprehensive veteran healthcare improvement act

By Metro East Sun | Nov 18, 2024

Rep Mike Bost shared insights into a new legislative effort aimed at enhancing veteran healthcare through a series of tweets dated November 18, 2024.

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Rep. Amy Elik visits local head start program in Granite City

By Metro East Sun | Nov 18, 2024

State Representative Amy Elik paid a visit to Riverbend Head Start & Family Services in Granite City.

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Kevin Schmidt donates November pay raise to Catholic Urban Programs

By Metro East Sun | Nov 18, 2024

State Representative Kevin Schmidt of East St. Louis, Illinois, has continued his commitment to supporting local communities by donating his November pay raise to Catholic Urban Programs.

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$214,529 in County Sales Tax collected in August for St. Clair County

By Metro East Sun | Nov 17, 2024

In August, St. Clair County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Representative Elik's week in photos: Alton events and Springfield meetings

By Metro East Sun | Nov 15, 2024

Alton Boys and Girls Club Dinner Inside the new Wedge Building View from the top of the Wedge Building Touring the Wedge Building Meeting with constituents in Springfield Meeting with constituents in Springfield

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Collinsville residents paid 49th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during August

By Metro East Sun | Nov 14, 2024

Collinsville residents paid $1.6 million in sales taxes, the 49th highest total paid per municipality in August.

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St. Clair County responsible for 7th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By Metro East Sun | Nov 13, 2024

St. Clair County residents paid $4.2 million in sales taxes, the seventh highest total paid per county in August.

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Congress reviews cemetery services for veterans amid operational challenges

By Metro East Sun | Nov 13, 2024

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Jersey County residents pay $168,893 in County School Facility Tax in August

By Metro East Sun | Nov 12, 2024

In August, Jersey County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois legislature begins fall veto session in Springfield

By Metro East Sun | Nov 12, 2024

Today marks the beginning of the fall veto session in Springfield.

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Elik returns to Springfield for fall veto session

By Metro East Sun | Nov 12, 2024

I'm back in Springfield today for the first week of the fall veto session.

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Gratitude expressed for veterans' service on Veterans Day

By Metro East Sun | Nov 11, 2024

This Veterans Day, a message of gratitude is extended to the courageous individuals who have served in the armed forces.

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Nation expresses gratitude on Veterans Day

By Metro East Sun | Nov 11, 2024

This Veterans Day, a message of gratitude is being extended to the men and women who have served in the armed forces.

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Marine Corps marks 249 years of service

By Metro East Sun | Nov 10, 2024

The United States Marine Corps celebrates its birthday today, marking over 249 years of service to the nation.

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St. Clair County collects $38,286 in Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax in August

By Metro East Sun | Nov 9, 2024

In August, St. Clair County saw an increase in Metro-East Mass Transit District Vehicle Fee Tax collection compared to the previous month.