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New laws impact taxes, education; prescription drug act signed into law

Illinois is set to introduce a series of new laws impacting various sectors, including education, environment, and taxation.

By Metro East Sun | Jul 4, 2025

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Bost supports bill making Trump tax cuts permanent

U.S. Representative Mike Bost of Illinois cast his vote on Thursday in favor of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a significant piece of legislation that aims to make permanent the tax relief measures introduced during President Trump's first term.

By Metro East Sun | Jul 3, 2025

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Senator Harriss and Rep Elik host successful kids fair in Granite City

By Metro East Sun | Jul 3, 2025

State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik recently organized their annual Kids Fair in Granite City, attracting hundreds of children and families from the Metro East area.

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Illinois enacts Prescription Drug Affordability Act to lower medication costs

By Metro East Sun | Jul 3, 2025

I co-sponsored legislation that lowers the cost for prescription drugs because Illinois families deserve it.

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Elik and Harriss host successful kids fair in Granite City

By Metro East Sun | Jul 2, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik and State Senator Erica Harriss recently hosted their annual Kids Fair in Granite City, attracting hundreds of children and families from the Metro East area.

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Local churches and representative join forces to support food pantries

By Metro East Sun | Jul 1, 2025

Members of First Baptist Church of Dupo, Sacred Heart, Christ UCC, and Apostolic are actively involved in supporting the community by stocking essential items for local food pantries.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Retail Trade industry across Metro East Sun publication area

By Metro East Sun | Jun 30, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Retail Trade employers across Metro East Sun publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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New Illinois laws address taxes, environment, education

By Metro East Sun | Jun 30, 2025

Illinois is set to implement a range of new laws starting July 1, addressing issues from education to environmental concerns.

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O'Fallon ranks 52nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in Illinois for 2024

By Metro East Sun | Jun 29, 2025

O'Fallon residents paid approximately $17.8 million in sales taxes, ranking 52nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in 2024.

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Edwardsville ranks 74th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in Illinois for 2024

By Metro East Sun | Jun 28, 2025

Edwardsville residents paid approximately $13.7 million in sales taxes, ranking 74th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in 2024.

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Bost commends federal actions supporting U.S. truck drivers

By Metro East Sun | Jun 27, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost expressed approval for recent initiatives announced by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) aimed at aiding America's truck drivers.

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Illinois passes FY26 budget amid tax hikes debate

By Metro East Sun | Jun 27, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker has signed the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for Illinois, which was passed by Democratic legislators.

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Rep. Elik and Sen. Harriss to host free kids fair in Granite City

By Metro East Sun | Jun 26, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik and State Senator Erica Harriss are organizing a free Kids Fair event this weekend.

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St. Clair & Elite Chiropractic honored as business of the month by Rep. Kevin Schmidt

By Metro East Sun | Jun 26, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt has named St. Clair & Elite Chiropractic as his "Business of the Month" for June, following submissions from across the 114th District.

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Col. John D. Poole completes final flight as 375th AMW commander

By Metro East Sun | Jun 25, 2025

This week, Col.

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House passes FY26 MilCon/VA appropriations bill with veteran-focused provisions

By Metro East Sun | Jun 25, 2025

On June 25, 2025, the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost announced the passage of H.R. 3944, known as the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.

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Elik and Harriss file lawsuit seeking transparency in Illinois lawmaking

By Metro East Sun | Jun 25, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik and State Senator Erica Harriss are advocating for greater transparency in Illinois's legislative process following the conclusion of the spring legislative session.

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Harriss and Elik join lawsuit demanding transparency in Illinois lawmaking

By Metro East Sun | Jun 25, 2025

State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik have joined a lawsuit to advocate for transparency in the Illinois lawmaking process.

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Bost calls for new audit of St. Louis postal distribution center

By Metro East Sun | Jun 25, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost has called for a new audit of the St. Louis Processing and Distribution Center, managed by the U.S. Postal Service's Office of Inspector General.

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St. Clair County taxpayers give approximately $7.8 million in County Flood Protection Tax in 2024

By Metro East Sun | Jun 24, 2025

In 2024, St. Clair County saw an increase in County Flood Protection Tax collection compared to the previous year.