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Speaker Michael Madigan issues statement on Senate budget bill

Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Tuesday regarding budget bills passed by the Senate:“The appropriations measures passed by the Senate will be thoughtfully considered by the House Democratic Budget Working Group headed by Representative Greg Harris. Since the beginning of the session,... Read More.
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Reis Rejects Taxpayer Funded Abortion Bill

Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) cast a resounding no vote on Tuesday when on a bill that would radically expand access to elective, taxpayer-funded abortions. HB 40 on Tuesday. Reis spoke against the abortion-on-demand legislation, citing moral objections and the potential for explosive future... Read More.

Momentum Builds for Senate’s Compromise Pension Bill

Momentum is building for the compromise pension bill introduced by Senators Connelly and Tracy to make statewide changes to Illinois’ pension system, while providing Chicago Public Schools $215 million to close its budget deficit for one year. Here is what people are saying:Read More.
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Seat Belts on School Buses Bill Passes House Committee

Legislation supported by Secretary of State Jesse White requiring seat belts on school buses in Illinois passed the House Transportation Vehicles and Safety Committee today and now moves to the full House of Representatives. House Bill 3377 sponsored by Rep. Lou Lang (D-Skokie) requires... Read More.
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House Democrats Express Concern over Bill Empowering Rauner to Dictate Employee Pay in All Branches of Government

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.