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Sunday, March 22, 2026
Rep. McLaughlin Legislation Assigned to Committee

SPRINGFIELD – Several bills sponsored by State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) have officially been assigned to committee, advancing to the next step in the legislative process. The following measures have…


Friday, March 20, 2026
State Rep. Martin McLaughlin Advances HB2190 to Help Protect Children in Daycare Centers

SPRINGFIELD, IL – On Friday, State Rep. Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) and Chairwoman, State Rep. Joyce Mason (D-Gurnee) worked in bipartisan fashion to unanimously pass HB2190 through the Illinois House…


Friday, February 27, 2026
State Rep. Martin McLaughlin Hosts Press Conference with Northwest Suburban Mayors to Oppose Governor’s Housing Proposal

Lake Barrington, IL – Rep. Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) hosted a press conference with local mayors from the Barrington area Thursday to voice strong opposition to the Governor’s latest housing…


Wednesday, February 18, 2026
McLaughlin Calls for $8 Billion in Spending Reductions, Says Governor Playing “Blame Game” on Budget Reality

Lake Barrington, IL – State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) today called for immediate and significant reductions in state spending, highlighting an alternative budget proposal that would cut up to…


Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Rep. McLaughlin: Restore Local Tax Dollars — Stop the Empty Promises

ILLINOIS – State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R–52nd District) is calling on Illinois Democrats to immediately restore the local share of tax receipts to the full 10 percent required by state…


Friday, November 28, 2025
The Real Story Behind the New Buzzword “Affordability”

ILLINOIS – On Black Friday, as families begin their holiday spending, it’s worth taking a clear look at prices and how we got here. Yes, gas and grocery costs have…


Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Rep. McLaughlin: “The Pendulum Always Swings Back”

ILLINOIS – For any American who has lived even a few decades—whether you’re 85, 65, 45, or 25—one truth should be clear: political power in the United States is never…


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…