Reprinted with permission by the author, former State Rep. Peter Breen of the Thomas More Society Illinois Would Become Third-Trimester Abortion Destination and Underage Abortion Haven Under New Bills The Thomas More Society has released a startling analysis of the … Continue reading
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A press release from Governor Bruce Rauner: Gov. Rauner signs emergency “red flag” gun law, enacts 72-hour waiting period for all gun purchases Vows to veto gun dealer licensing bill again; urges action on broad public safety plan CHICAGO (July … Continue reading
From State Rep. Peter Breen: This Thursday, I have my annual “Cocktails and Conversation” downtown event, at 5:30 pm at Catch 35 Restaurant, 35 W. Wacker Drive, Chicago. It’s an intimate after-work gathering, to bring good people together and recap … Continue reading
First to the headline above. When he was State Representative Jack Franks passed a property tax freeze bill. At the time I predicted that the Senate would not follow suit. It was just a “headline bill.” (See “A Property Tax … Continue reading
A press release from State Senator Dan McConchie and State Rep. Peter Breen: Rep. Peter Breen & Sen. Dan McConchie File Legislation to Ban Use of Taxpayer Funds for Elective Abortions SPRINGFIELD… Today, State Representative Peter Breen (R-Lombard) and State Senator … Continue reading
The following is from State Rep. Peter Breen, who replace Steve Andersson as House GOP Floor Leader after Andersson voted to override Bruce Rauner’s veto of the Democrats 33% income tax hike: Today Illinois Republican Governor Bruce Rauner signed House … Continue reading
The Family PAC Cruise on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan is my favorite fund raiser. People arrive early to get a seat on the main deck. The views are spectacular and I enjoy chatting with people I haven’t seen … Continue reading
From Lombard’s State Rep. Peter Breen: Blackmail Budget Passes I’m writing you from Springfield, where the Illinois General Assembly is still in legislative session. Since we’re stuck here in Springfield, with budget bills to consider, we’ve reluctantly decided to cancel … Continue reading
Here’s what State Rep. Peter Breen sees happening in Springfield. Breen is from Lombard. Speaker Junk The fiscal fate of Illinois rests in the hands of the most political man in Illinois, or probably even the country, Speaker Michael J. … Continue reading
The Illinois General Assembly settled a fight among McHenry Township Republicans Wednesday. Four years ago, insurgent Republicans took control of the McHenry Township Republican Party from followers of long-time power house Al Jourdan, Jr. Members of the former ruling faction … Continue reading
From State Rep. Peter Breen: “Of Soybeans and Special Interests” The legislative session is in full swing in Springfield. The House was in session last week, while the Senate is in session this week. In the House, tempers are flaring … Continue reading
State Rep. Peter Breen’s take on the budget standoff: “High Stakes Poker” Last week brought the governor’s annual budget address. As well, the Illinois Senate continued negotiating its “grand compromise,” which would tie together spending, reforms, and revenue into one … Continue reading
The following was written by State Rep. Pter Breen or eastern DuPage County: OPINION: They Get Crystal Clocks … You Get Your Clock Cleaned The governor delivered the annual “State of the State” address this past week, and he struck … Continue reading
From State Rep. Peter Breen: Auditing The Auditor General “Government is instituted for the common good; for the protection, safety, prosperity, and happiness of the people; and not for the profit, honor, or private interest of any man, family or … Continue reading
State Rep. Peter Breen of DuPage County has the most religious pre-Christmas message I have received from a politician. Although he sent it on the 23rd, I’m running it on Christmas Day because of its message. The waiting is the … Continue reading
State Rep. Peter Breen sent out an email this week. Part of it was about his campaign, but there was the following concerning the Pope’s visit to America: The Papal Visit & the State of Illinois This past week, Pope … Continue reading
State Rep. Peter Breen is not from this area. He represents eastern DuPage County. I find his take on what happens in Springfield timely and of interest. I share this most recent one, written after Thursday’session in Springfield, with you … Continue reading
State Rep. Peter Breen of DuPage County tells of his brother-in-law’s entry into manufacturing: My brother-in-law, who lives in our district, is starting his career working in manufacturing, after serving almost a decade in the military. Manufacturing is universally acknowledged … Continue reading
State Rep. Peter Breen of DuPage County gives good views of what’s going on in Springfield, so I’ll share his latest newsletter: For over a decade, you’ve been failed by the Illinois state government. Seven months into my first term … Continue reading
Freshman State Rep. Peter Breen (R-Lombard) has sent out an email, the contents of which I think you might find of interest. It follows: A Series of Firsts While the Illinois budget shutdown is center stage right now, the General … Continue reading