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Statement from John Tillman, CEO of the Illinois Policy Institute on Budget Address

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Today, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner delivered his third annual budget address. Illinois Policy Institute CEO John Tillman released the following statement: “Gov. Rauner is right that Illinois needs structural reforms to become attractive to job creators and residents. The so-called ‘grand bargain’ that has been... Read More.

House Democrats Express Concern over Bill Empowering Rauner to Dictate Employee Pay in All Branches of Government

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, issued the following statement Wednesday: “Rather than working with both parties to prevent a potential government shutdown, Governor Rauner continues to play games with the budget and threaten the economic security of Illinois’ middle-class families. “House Democrats have introduced legislation that... Read More.

Gov. Bruce Rauner’s 2017 Budget Address

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

As prepared for delivery Good afternoon: President Cullerton Speaker Madigan Leader Radogno Leader Durkin Lieutenant Governor Sanguinetti Attorney General Madigan Secretary White Comptroller Mendoza Treasurer Frerichs Members of the General Assembly Ladies and Gentlemen: “The occasion is piled high with difficulty, and we must rise with the occasion… We must think anew and act anew.” “We must think... Read More.

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Statement from Rauner Administration on CPS Lawsuit

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of Education Beth Purvis released the following statement in response to Chicago Public School’s lawsuit: “We have just received the lawsuit and are reviewing it. But it is important to remember that the bipartisan, bicameral school funding commission just issued its report, which recommends... Read More.

Rauner Administration Files Opposition to the Attorney General’s Move to Halt State Employee Pay

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner’s administration today filed an opposition to the Attorney General’s irresponsible attempt to cut off paychecks for hardworking state employees. “As we explain in our opposition, federal and state law requirements support continuing the Court’s July 2015 order that would ensure that state... Read More.

Indiana State Police shoot, kill suspect in Vincennes Tuesday

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

A Princeton, Indiana man has died after Indiana State Police shot him outside a Vincennes gas station. 35 year old David Zimmerman has been identified as the victim. He was wanted on a warrant for a felony parole violation on a manslaughter charge issued... Read More.

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Illinois State Police and American Legion officials prepare for Summer Youth Police Program

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Officials with the Illinois State Police (ISP) and the American Legion announce plans for the 45th Annual American Legion Youth Police Camp (ALYPC). The camp will again be held at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield, Illinois, and will run June 25-30, 2017. Dozens of... Read More.

Rauner, Lawmakers Move to Protect Taxpayers from Inmate Legal Bills

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today his support for a bill that would help ease the burden of the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) and taxpayers by taking into account an inmate’s ability to pay for a private attorney. As a Read More.

Jesse White Announces Support for Requiring Seat Belts on School Buses

Tuesday, February 14 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is teaming with longtime advocate of school bus seat belts, Deputy Majority Leader Rep. Lou Lang (D-Skokie), as well as Transportation Committee Chairman Sen. Martin Sandoval (D-Cicero) by introducing legislation requiring 3-point seat belts on school buses. The... Read More.

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IDNR: New IL Hunting and Trapping Season for Bobcats a Success

Monday, February 13 by Jc Tinsley

Hunters and trappers took a preliminary total of 141 bobcats during the 2016-17 Illinois Bobcat Hunting and Trapping Season. “We are very pleased with the response to Illinois’ new hunting and trapping season for bobcats,” said Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Director Wayne Rosenthal. ... Read More.

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