Archive for August, 2008
Leader Cross and Rep. Wait Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Illinois’ Ethics Laws
Rockford, IL — House Republican Leader Tom Cross (R-Oswego) and State Representative Ron Wait (R-Belvidere) are introducing new legislation that would strengthen Illinois’ ethics laws and help further crack down on pay-to-play style politics.
Read More..>>Rep. Ron Wait Files “Bachman’s Law” Legislation to Require Police to use lights while exceeding speed limits.
Springfield, IL – In the wake of a Winnebago Sheriff’s Deputy, who was involved in a fatal crash as he speed to the scene of a domestic disturbance, many questions have been raised about police policy regarding speed of pursuit and usage of safety equipment. After consulting with the Illinois State Police, Representative Wait has […]
Read More..>>Rep. Wait Named to Servicemember and Veterans Education Task Force
Belvidere, IL….State Representative Ron Wait (R-Belvidere) has been appointed as a member of the Task Force on Servicemember and Veterans Education by House Republican Leader Tom Cross (R-Oswego). The purpose behind the new task force is to study and make recommendations regarding the educational needs of Illinois veterans and those currently serving in the armed […]
Read More..>>Governor Signs Rep. Wait Bill to Increase Safety for Domestic Violence Victims
Springfield…Today, the Governor signed legislation co-sponsored by State Representative Ron Wait which will increase protection for victims of domestic violence. Senate Bill 2719 will allow the courts to order GPS tracking for offenders who violate an order of protection.
“Heart-breaking domestic violence stories can be heard in small communities and large cities throughout the state. We […]