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Thursday, August 20, 2015
Importantance of Youth Engagement in Government

It is important that youth engage in government at an early age and I greatly appreciated the hard work and dedication from my summer interns. You all did a wonderful…


Tuesday, August 18, 2015
Rep. Sosnowski to Host Turn Around Illinois Luncheon

Monday, August 17, 2015
Government Accountability Bill Signed into Law

Rockford… State Representative Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) sponsored legislation that was signed into law today that clarifies Illinois’ Municipal Code concerning the Budget Officer position. Senate Bill 1470 would permit mayors…


Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Boone County Fair Kicks Off

The 2015 Boone County Fair kicked off today. State Representative Joe Sosnowski was in attendance for fair festivities and will have a booth at the fairgrounds all week long. The…


Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Rep. Sosnowski has Bill Signed to Add Grandparents to the Adoption Registry in Illinois

Springfield… Governor Bruce Rauner signed legislation into law today that would add grandparents to Illinois’ adoption registry. State Representative Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) crafted the legislation (HB 3967) at the request…


Monday, August 10, 2015
Kids Health and Safety Fair a Success.

Rep. Joe Sosnowski’s (R-Rockford) Annual Kids Health & Safety Fair was a big success this past weekend as more than 50 health and safety booths made up of local organizations,…


Monday, August 3, 2015
Capron Rescue Squad Opens New Facility

Thank you Capron Rescue Squad for making me a part of your ribbon cutting. Congratulations on the new facility. Also, best wishes to Chief Ahrens on your retirement. Thank you…


Tuesday, July 28, 2015
Repeal of Legislator COLA and Salary Adjustments

Springfield… State Representative Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) has issued the following statement in response to the passage of House Bill 576, which repeals the COLA and salary adjustments for legislators in…


Wednesday, July 22, 2015
Rep. Sosnowski’s Legislative Update

BUDGET STALEMATE For the fourth consecutive week legislators departed Springfield without a budget compromise in place. House and Senate Democrat Leaders are asking for a tax increase to cover the $4…


Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Rep. Sosnowski Tours Rockford’s New Downtown Sports Complex

Thank you Rockford Park District, RACVB and all those who made the Downtown Sports Complex construction tour possible. The facility’s amenities will be a great asset to the community. –…