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Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Water Testing Reminder

The Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Water Survey are reminding private well owners to test their wells for potential contaminants. Click here for more information.


Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Fentanyl Awareness Day

Fentanyl is a national public health crisis. People, especially young people, are ingesting illicitly manufactured fentanyl without knowing it and dying at alarming rates as a result. Learn the facts…


Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Teacher Appreciation Day

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of the incredible teachers across Illinois for your hard work.


Monday, May 6, 2024
Hear from Haas: April 2024

Welcome to my April newsletter. Please contact my District Office with any questions or concerns regarding state issues. We’re here to help! FIGHTING FOR YOU! Monthly Daily Journal Column I have…


Monday, May 6, 2024
National Nurses Day

National Nurses Day is a great reminder of the critical work that nurses do to keep our communities healthy. Thank you to the nurses of Illinois for your continued compassionate…


Monday, May 6, 2024
Rep. Haas Honors Hoppy Pig for May Local Business Spotlight

KANKAKEE – For her May 2024 local business spotlight, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) recognizes Hoppy Pig in Bradley. Rep. Haas spent time touring the business and presented the owners…


Monday, May 6, 2024
Military Appreciation Month

Military Appreciation Month is a month-long observance honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to the brave men and women who have made sacrifices…


Sunday, May 5, 2024
Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. You can honor this holiday by celebrating the heritage, culture, and history of Mexico!


Saturday, May 4, 2024
Start Seeing Monarchs Day

Start Seeing Monarchs Day is celebrated on the first Saturday in May to raise awareness for the preservation of Monarch Butterflies to ensure they do not join the endangered species…


Friday, May 3, 2024
Rep. Haas Calls Out Sneaky Tactics in Senate Bill 2412

SPRINGFIELD – Following the passage of House Floor Amendment 2 to Senate Bill 2412 through the House, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) released the following statement. “I am deeply disappointed…