Illinois State Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee)
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Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee)
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Illinois Leads the Nation in Pumpkin Production
Illinois is proudly known as the Pumpkin Capital of the World, and for good reason. The state leads the nation in pumpkin production, with nearly 40 percent of all pumpkins grown in the United States coming from Illinois, according to Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton).With over 650 million pounds of pumpkins produced in 2021, Illinois outperformed the next five top states combined. Indiana, the second-largest pumpkin producing state, fell far behind with 181 million pounds. The ideal combination of well-draining soil and hot, dry weather in Illinois creates the...
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Illinois House Republicans Take Action on Technology Addiction
Technology addiction is a growing problem in Illinois and the rest of the world. As more people become dependent on technology, negative impacts on mental and physical health are increasing. The statistics are alarming, with the average person spending nearly nine hours a day in front of an electronic device. Cell phones are unlocked 150 times a day on average, and 72 percent of teens and nearly half of adults feel the need to immediately respond to texts and other notifications. Americans check their phones nearly 100 times a day, a 20 percent increase from a similar...
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Haas: "It was a true honor to bring HJR 15 to the House floor and to help keep Sgt. Rittmanic rememberd always"
Bradley Police Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic died on December 29, 2021, after responding to a report of unattended dogs barking in a Comfort Inn parking lot. In a Sept. 2 Facebook post, Rep. Jackie Haas celebrated the naming of the 315 overpass on U.S. Route 57 as the “Sergeant Marlene R. Rittmanic Memorial Highway.” on Sep 2nd.
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Haas shares new 'Skip-the-Line program' for Illinois DMVs
One place where people are almost guaranteed to wait for services is at a Department of Motor Vehicles office, however, with the Skip-the-Line program set to be introduced across Illinois in September, wait times could be significantly reduced.
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Haas: 'Yet today, the Illinois Supreme Court has declared this constitutional, despite the facts that Illinois has one of the highest murder rates in the country, costs have rise for taxpayers, and our police forces are demoralized.'
The Illinois State Supreme Court issued a decision regarding the legality of Illinois' move to end cash bail on July 18. In a Facebook post, Rep. Jackie Haas shared her reaction to the decision.
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Haas: Legislators have 'a plan to make improvements aimed at ending abuse and neglect' at state facility
Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) recently shared an editorial about the situation at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Care Center involving incidents of physical abuse and neglect.
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Haas: 'This month we celebrate all things dairy in Illinois'
June is National Dairy Month and earlier in the month Illinois dairy farmers and the Illinois Milk Producers Association (IMPA) donated more than 2,000 half gallons of milk and almost 400 half-gallon lactose-free milk containers to food banks in Central and Eastern Illinois.
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Illinois' Haas: IDNR, CPOs 'remind boaters to keep safety in mind, wear life jackets anytime you're on the water'
Illinois state Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) took to Facebook recently to provide valuable advice for water safety during the summer season.
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Illinois' Haas on late state budget: 'Democrats failed to meet their self-imposed budget deadline'
Illinois state Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) took to Facebook to preview some last-minute legislation that is set to go before the House when it meets after missing a self-imposed budget deadline.
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Haas: 'World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is a time to celebrate the spirit of humanitarianism'
In a May 8 Facebook post, Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) recognized World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.
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Haas waiting on Supreme Court justices to rule on 'this deeply flawed' SAFE-T Act
Illinois Rep. Jackie Haas took to Facebook recently to share her thoughts on the progress of lawsuits against the Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today Act (SAFE-T) that relates to criminal justice reform.
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Haas: 'Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, April 9-15, 2023!'
Last week was National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, and Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) took to social media to thank dispatchers across Illinois and the nation as a whole.
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Haas shares concerns of families of patients at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center
Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) is drawing attention to the planned closure of Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center, which will force the relocation of more than 120 residents from the facility.
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Haas: 'Happy National FFA Week to our Illinois FFA chapters'
Rep. Jackie Haas acknowledged National FFA Week in a Feb. 23 Facebook post.
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Haas: 'It’s an honor for me to be named to this leadership team'
State Rep. Jackie Haas announced office hours for her Monee and Kankakee offices.
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Haas: 'Happy National Caregivers Day!'
In a Feb. 17 Facebook post, Rep. Jackie Haas celebrated National Caregivers Day.
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Haas: 'I am looking forward to getting to work in Springfield this session'
House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) is excited to be a part of five House committees this legislative session, two of which she'll serve as Republican spokesperson.
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Haas: 'It’s an honor for me to be named to this leadership team'
In a Jan. 12 news release, Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) announced she had been named to the Republican caucus leadership team.
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Haas: 'Congratulations to all of the businesses who won an award'
State Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Bourbonnais) congratulated businesses in the 79th District that were recently honored by the Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce.
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Haas: 'There’s still time to donate toys'
There may be a little more than two weeks until Christmas, but Illinois state Rep. Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) says there's still time to spread holiday cheer for children in need.