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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Rep. Haas Speaks at Lifestyles of Kankakee County “Women in Business Luncheon”

KANKAKEE – On Tuesday, State Representative and Assistant House Minority Leader Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) spoke at the Lifestyles of Kankakee County Women in Business Luncheon. This event took place at…


Monday, August 21, 2023
Heat Safety This Summer

High temperatures kill hundreds of people every year. Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet more than 700 people die from extreme heat every year in the United States. Take…


Friday, August 18, 2023
Assistant Minority Leader Haas Urges Department of Financial & Professional Regulation to Address Behavioral Health License Application Delays

KANKAKEE – On Thursday, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) sent a letter to Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Secretary Mario Treto urging IDFPR to address…


Monday, August 7, 2023
Assistant Minority Leader Haas Urges Ethics Reform in Illinois as Mapes Trial Begins

KANKAKEE – As the trial begins for former chief of staff to Michael Madigan, Tim Mapes, on charges he lied to a federal grand jury in a federal investigation of…


Monday, July 31, 2023
Hear from Haas: July 2023

Welcome to my July E-Newsletter. July has arrived, bringing sunshine, warmth, and endless adventures. Enjoy every moment! Below are some updates! FIGHTING FOR YOU! Monthly Daily Journal Column I have…


Monday, July 31, 2023
Rep. Haas at National Night Out This Tuesday

I’m glad to host the school supply and backpack giveaway at Tuesday’s National Night Out event! Be sure to stop by this Tuesday from 3:30 PM – 9 PM for…


Saturday, July 29, 2023
Your Illinois State Fair Guide

The Illinois State Fair has been celebrated nearly every year since 1953. Packed with activities and attractions the whole family will enjoy, the fair is a calendar highlight not to…


Friday, July 28, 2023
79th District Cooling Centers

With the impending heat, below is a list of cooling locations located in the 79th District and surrounding areas. Please take precautions to stay cool and safe these next few…


Tuesday, July 25, 2023
Rep. Haas Presents July Local Business Spotlight to Route 17 Complete Auto Repair

KANKAKEE – For July 2023’s Local Business Spotlight, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) honored Route 17 Complete Auto Repair in Kankakee. She presented a certificate of recognition to owners Nick…


Saturday, July 22, 2023
This Week in District 79 – July 17 – July 21

This week in District 79, I was up to a lot of work! I was honored to join House Republican Leader Tony McCombie and House Deputy Republican Leader Norine Hammond…