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Thursday, October 30, 2025
Rep. McLaughlin Slams Latest Energy Bill: “Illinois Families Can’t Afford Any More Expensive Help”

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) slammed lawmakers on the House floor this week criticizing yet another Democrat-backed energy bill that he says will increase utility costs…


Thursday, October 30, 2025
Rep. McLaughlin: “It’s Not Too Early to Get Excited About America’s 250th Birthday”

BARRINGTON HILLS… State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) is calling on communities, schools, and families across Illinois to start preparing now for America’s upcoming 250th birthday in 2026. “I still remember…


Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Rep. McLaughlin’s October Mobile DMV Sold Out

Thank you for your interest in Rep. McLaughlin’s MobileDMV event. Due to overwhelming demand, all available appointments have been filled. We’re working to schedule an additional event soon. Please email…


Friday, September 19, 2025
Rep. Martin McLaughlin to Host I-PASS On Demand Event in Crystal Lake

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL – State Representative Martin McLaughlin is partnering with the Illinois Tollway to host an I-PASS On Demand & I-PASS Assist event on Thursday, October 9 from 11:00…


Friday, September 19, 2025
Rep. McLaughlin to Host FREE Community Health Screening Event in Island Lake

ISLAND LAKE, IL – State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) is partnering with the LiveWell Mobile Health Van to offer free community health screenings on Wednesday, October 1, from 11:00…


Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Registration Open – McLaughlin’s Mobile DMV

BARRINGTON HILLS – Need to renew your driver’s license, get a REAL I.D., or update your registration? The Illinois Secretary of State’s Mobile DMV is coming to Barrington Hills, hosted…


Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Rep. McLaughlin to Host Free Prescription Drug Drop-Off and Document Shred Event

Lake Barrington, IL – State Representative Martin McLaughlin is inviting local residents to take part in his annual Prescription Drug Drop-Off and Document Shred Event on Saturday, September 13, 2025,…


Monday, August 25, 2025
Statement in Response to Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Press Conference on Federal Troop Deployment

I recently returned from Washington, D.C., where I witnessed firsthand the results of decisive action on public safety. During the deployment of federal troops in our nation’s capital, crime dropped…


Monday, August 25, 2025
Property Tax Appeal Resources for Lake County

LAKE COUNTY – Rep. Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington) is hosting a series of Property Tax appeals events this August. Rep. McLaughlin put together the resources below for residents looking to file…


Tuesday, August 19, 2025
McHenry County Property Tax Resources

McHenry County – Rep. Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington) is hosting a series of Property Tax appeals events this August. Rep. McLaughlin put together the resources below for residents looking to file…