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Monday, December 18, 2023
Shop Local!

We’re just a week away from Christmas Day, if you’re still looking for the perfect gift consider something “Illinois Made” and support local makers! Click here for more information.


Sunday, December 17, 2023
TOMORROW: New Bill Roundtable!

Join State Rep. Jackie Haas during her annual New Bill Roundtable to discuss ways to improve the 79th District community and Illinois before the upcoming spring session in 2024. She is hosting this…


Saturday, December 16, 2023
Rep. Haas Celebrates District 79 Library Grants

KANKAKEE- Following the School District Library Grant program announcement made by Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) released the following statement: “I am thrilled that…


Friday, December 15, 2023
Bill of Rights Day

On December 15th, 1791, the United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, which included the first 10 amendments in the U.S. Constitution. These amendments are the bedrock of…


Thursday, December 14, 2023
Historic Preservation

Nominations for Landmarks Illinois’ 2024 Most Endangered Historic Places are due January 12, 2024. Click here for more information.


Thursday, December 14, 2023
Rep. Haas Recognizes Broadway Jewelry & Rare Coins for December Local Business Spotlight

KANKAKEE – For her December 2023 local business spotlight, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) chose to recognize Broadway Jewelry & Rare Coins in Bradley. Rep. Haas spent time touring the…


Wednesday, December 13, 2023
National Guard Birthday

Wishing all in the Illinois National Guard a happy National Guard birthday today!


Monday, December 11, 2023
Rep. Haas Receives Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society Legislator of the Year Award

KANKAKEE- Last Friday, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) received the Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society’s 2023 Legislator of the Year Award.  “It is an honor to receive the Legislator of the…


Monday, December 11, 2023
National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month

December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month because the holiday season has the highest rate of crashes all year. Don’t let yourself or your family become a statistic…


Monday, December 11, 2023
Blood Drive Reminder!

Tis the season to give blood! Sign up for my December 15th Kankakee blood drive online here: https://rephaas.com/…/rep-haas-hosts-holiday-blood-drive/