Illinois State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville)
Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville)
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Halbrook invites Bishop Kyle Blackerby for House session opening prayer
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) invited Bishop Kyle Blackerby, senior pastor at Catch the Fire Church in Cowden, to deliver the opening prayer on the House Floor before a recent legislative session in Springfield. “I was pleased...
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Halbrook criticizes Democrats for focus on resolutions over state issues
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) criticized Illinois House Democrats following a vote on House Resolution 504, which condemns alleged actions taken by the Trump Administration’s ‘Operation Midway Blitz.’ Halbrook argued that...
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Illinois Rep. Brad Halbrook announces $362 million for highway projects in his district
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has announced that the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Multi-Year Program will include a series of transportation projects in the 107th District from Fiscal Years 2026 through 2029. “I am...
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Halbrook urges adoption of resolution supporting federal education scholarships in Illinois
Illinois State Representative Brad Halbrook is urging Governor J.B. Pritzker to allow Illinois families to benefit from new federal education scholarships.
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Halbrook introduces resolution for Day of the Bible observance in Illinois
State Representative Brad Halbrook has introduced a resolution to designate September 12, 2025, as The Day of the Bible in Illinois.
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Halbrook introduces resolution for statewide Day of the Bible observance
State Representative Brad Halbrook has introduced a resolution to designate September 12, 2025 as The Day of the Bible in Illinois.
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Halbrook introduces legislative package targeting energy costs in Illinois
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has introduced a series of bills in the Illinois House aimed at addressing energy costs and reliability across the state.
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Halbrook, Freedom Caucus, demand Pritzker impeachment after Kirk comments: ‘The left will say anything to gain power’
Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the Illinois-born founder of Turning Point USA, the Illinois Freedom Caucus—led in part by State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville)—has filed articles of impeachment against J.B. Pritzker, citing what they describe as the governor's role in contributing to a divisive political climate.
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Illinois Soybean Growers to hold free webinar on grain bin safety
Grain bin accidents have been increasing, making them one of the most dangerous risks on farms.
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Illinois launches tax amnesty program for unpaid state taxes starting October 1
The State of Illinois will begin a tax amnesty period on October 1, allowing residents who owe back taxes to pay their outstanding balances in full and have penalties and interest forgiven.
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Halbrook offers condolences on passing of former Governor Jim Edgar
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has released a statement expressing his condolences following the death of former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, who passed away after battling cancer. “I extend my deepest condolences to the...
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Rep. Halbrook criticizes lack of transparency from Illinois education officials
Parents, teachers, and taxpayers are seeking clear information about the current state of education in Illinois.
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Halbrook introduces bills targeting high Illinois property taxes
Decades of public policy decisions have resulted in Illinois residents paying some of the highest property taxes in the country, according to State Representative Brad Halbrook.
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Halbrook files legislation on financial aid eligibility; state opens grants for fire safety and schools
Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed SB 328 into law, a move that some critics say may deter businesses from operating in Illinois.
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Illinois remembers victims and impact of September 11 attacks
On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in terrorist attacks that had a lasting impact on the United States.
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Halbrook introduces bill restricting state financial aid for undocumented immigrants
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has introduced House Bill 4118, a measure aimed at restricting financial aid for undocumented immigrants in Illinois.
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Halbrook files bills opposing mandatory student mental health screenings in Illinois public schools
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has introduced two bills aimed at challenging a recent law that mandates mental health screenings for public school students in Illinois.
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Halbrook criticizes governor over high SNAP error rate and costly penalties
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has called for greater accountability from Governor J.B. Pritzker following errors in Illinois’ administration of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
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Halbrook on CPS' push for property tax hike: ‘Illinois has the highest property taxes in the nation’
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is appealing to the Illinois General Assembly, including outspoken critics like State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville), for help resolving a projected $730 million budget shortfall.
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Halbrook criticizes governor's campaign supporting undocumented immigrants
State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker’s new “Know Your Rights, Illinois” campaign, which aims to provide information and resources to undocumented immigrants in the state. “Governor Pritzker has...