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Friday, April 27, 2018
In the News: Illinois State Police urges FOID Card Holders to Renew Early as June 1 Expiration Approaches

SPRINGFIELD – As the first wave of the 10-year Firearm Owners Identification card come due for renewal, Illinois State Police Director Leo Schmitz is urging FOID card holders to apply…


Monday, April 23, 2018
House of Representatives Approves Sosnowski Pension Reform Bill on Former Police Chiefs Returning to Service

SPRINGFIELD– The Illinois House of Representatives unanimously approved common-sense pension reform legislation on April 19 sponsored by State Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, to allow a municipality to hire a chief…


Friday, April 20, 2018
House Republicans Tackling the Teacher Shortage

Our children’s education remains a top priority for Illinois House Republicans, which is why they have taken action to address the growing teacher shortage in our state. First and foremost,…


Thursday, April 12, 2018
Sosnowski, House GOP File Resolution Opposing Progressive Income Tax Proposals

SPRINGFIELD– State Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, joined Illinois House Minority Leader Jim Durkin, R-Western Springs, and members of the House Republican Caucus in filing House Resolution 975 on Tuesday to…


Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Indoor City Market — Construction Kickoff Ceremony

I am very excited about the Indoor City Market. This will be a great addition to downtown Rockford and continue to breathe excitement into the central business district. Congratulations!


Friday, March 2, 2018
Apply Today for Rep. Sosnowski’s Summer Legislative Internship Program

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Saturday, February 3, 2018
Rep. Sosnowski Participates in Boone County Business Expo

State Rep. Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, and his staff participated in the 2018 Boone County Business Expo at the Community Building in Belvidere on Saturday, providing constituents with information and resources…


Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Sosnowski: Illinois Needs New Approach in 2018

SPRINGFIELD– State Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, issued the following statement today in response to Governor Rauner’s State of the State address delivered to a joint session of the Illinois General…


Monday, January 22, 2018
Sosnowski Introduces Bill to Protect Working Families from being Charged with Child Neglect, Abandonment

SPRINGFIELD– State Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, has filed new legislation to allow working families with a child over age 12 to babysit younger children by lowering the minimum age at…


Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Nominate a Veteran for Recognition at the Illinois Bicentennial