Springfield, Illinois – On March 14, 2023, HRJ5, a resolution to designate a portion of Alpine Road as the “CPL Nathan E. Carlson Memorial Highway,” passed out of the Transportation:…

Springfield, IL… Assistant Minority Leader John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) participated in a press conference on Wednesday with the Illinois State Rifle Association and his House Republican colleagues, Representatives Caulkins, Elik,…

As a law enforcement officer and state representative, I am committed to ensuring that our police and firefighters have the support and resources they need to keep our communities safe….

More news coverage from last week regarding my Void the FOID legislation.

State Representative John Cabello has issued the following statement in response to Governor Pritzker’s Joint State of the State and Budget Address: “Governor Pritzker’s failed vision for Illinois has led…

Machesney Park, IL – State Representative John Cabello (R – Machesney Park) announced the filing of a new legislative package aimed at supporting law enforcement and enhancing public safety in…

Two Northwest Illinois lawmakers are renewing their fight to eliminate a Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card system they claim adds an unfair layer of bureaucracy and financial strain to Illinoisans…

Had a great meeting with Dakota Village President Alisha Lizer Friday in Dakota. Great conversation and exchanges of ideas on how we can work together to serve the people of…

State Representative John M. Cabello, R-Machesney Park, has been appointed Minority Spokesperson on the Police and Fire Committee and the Public Safety-Appropriations Committee for the 2023-2025 legislative term, a role…