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State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) will continue to serve as the Minority Spokesperson for the Commerce and Economic Development Committee in the 101st General Assembly.

A new Administration took control of the Governor’s office this week with recently-elected Democrat Governor taking the Oath of Office on Jan. 14 and beginning his term in public office.

Newly-elected Governor Pritzker signed the controversial gun licensing bill, Senate Bill 337, on Jan. 17. Opponents to the measure argue that the bill places a hard financial burden on smaller gun stores—demanding high licensing fees, containing high fines and mandating electronic based record keeping.

Illinois lawmakers gathered in Springfield last week for the final days of the 100th General Assembly, with State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) taking the Oath of Office and turning his attention to a new General Assembly.

Ongoing efforts to reopen the Hardin County Work Camp saw progress this week under recently signed legislation sponsored by State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg).

On January 9, newly-elected members of the 101 General Assembly were inaugurated into office.

When the clock strikes midnight on Jan. 1, 2019, 253 new laws will take effect in the state of Illinois. New laws run the gamut from fighting the opioid crisis and promoting car-seat safety to allowing blaze pink hunting gear.

As everyone prepares to celebrate the holiday season, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) is wishing everyone throughout his district a bright and merry Christmas holiday and a very happy New Year.

This holiday season, the Secretary of State has allowed for a Satanic statue to be placed among other religious displays in the Capitol Rotunda.

Senator Fowler started the week out in Chicago, attending the first meeting of Governor-elect Pritzker's Job Creation and Economic Opportunity Committee.

With the end of scheduled veto session, many lawmakers are turning their attention to the new General Assembly and focusing on their priorities for the upcoming spring legislative session.

On December 3, it was announced that State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) would be joining Governor-elect Pritzker’s Job Creation and Economic Opportunity Committee, representing Southern Illinois as a new Administration prepares for the upcoming General Assembly.

Legislators were in Springfield for the final week of the Fall Veto Session, taking action on measures vetoed or amendatorily vetoed by the Governor.

State Senator Dale Fowler provides an update on ongoing business development in Cairo, including developments with the Cairo River Port Terminal.

On November 26, the Horizon Developer Group announced plans for several businesses throughout the city of Cairo, including plans to develop a Mexican restaurant, coffee shop, laundry mat, dry cleaners, and children’s indoor play center.

State Senator Dale Fowler is joining the rest of the 59th Senate District in congratulating the winners and honorable mentions of the 2018 Governor’s Hometown Award winners. Honorees from across the state were recognized for projects that improved their community’s quality of life.

State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) joined fellow lawmakers for the first week of scheduled fall veto session. During the week, lawmakers took votes on several pieces of legislation that had received the Governor’s veto earlier this year.

Legislation sponsored by State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) to transfer property ownership of the Hardin County Work Camp to Hardin County passed the Senate on November 15.

As lawmakers prepare to return to Springfield, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) is providing an update on the upcoming scheduled fall Veto Session.

On October 17, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) visited Southeastern Illinois College for a project update on ongoing efforts to renovate the Melba Patton Learning Resource Center (MPLRC) and the Dana Keating Student Success Center (DKSSC) to create a Learning Commons area for students.

As a part of the Fiscal Year 2019 budget plan, two state facilities in the 59th Senate District will receive critical funding for repairs, updates and improvements on deferred maintenance projects.

On October 17, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) visited Southeastern Illinois College for a project update on ongoing efforts to renovate the Melba Patton Learning Resource Center (MPLRC) and the Dana Keating Student Success Center (DKSSC) to create a Learning Commons area for students.

In local news last week, Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) had the opportunity to experience Mineral Products' 6260, the patent-pending Active Track and Yard Cleaner. Senator Fowler was invited to the company’s facility to witness the product firsthand, having the chance to operate and drive the innovative machinery being produced and manufactured in Southern Illinois

Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) welcomed dozens of high school students from across the 59th Senate District to his annual Youth Advisory Council on October 15.

On October 15, funding was released for a number of recreational trail development projects throughout the state of Illinois.