SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, recently voted to give law enforcement the tools they need to combat cybercriminals and crack down on offenders who exploit women and children online.“I take law enforcement professionals’ ability to do their...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois veterans are facing high rates of suicide and depression and state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, recently proposed a statement of support to draw attention to this problem.“The brave men and women who have served in our armed forces are...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, is supporting a new bill that would help countless families with members battling Parkinson’s disease by creating a comprehensive education and safety program for the public.“Parkinson’s disease affects tens...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Veterans returning from military service would receive assistance transitioning to a career in cybersecurity under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island. “Cybersecurity is a field that allows veterans to continue defending...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State government would invest in businesses that invest in Illinois under a package of bills backed by state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, requiring state agencies to put locally-made and American-made products first when making purchases. “Our...
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, visited students at Rock Island Academy to discuss the role that reading plays in learning and to share stories with Mrs. Reeves’ kindergarten class. “Studies show that children who are motivated to read do...