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Statement from Speaker Madigan on budget impasse

Friday, June 16 by Jc Tinsley

House Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement, Thursday: “We have stated unequivocally that a resolution to the governor’s budget crisis—which has resulted in eight credit downgrades and tripled the state’s debt—must be our top priority. Wherever we can compromise with the governor without... Read More.

Treasurer Frerichs Releases Fourth Quarter Missed Investment Earnings Due to Budget Impasse

Friday, January 27 by Jc Tinsley

The state of Illinois could have earned $8.8 million more in investment income in the fourth quarter of 2016 as a result of the year-long budget impasse, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today. “Following yesterday’s state of the state address, we can all agree that... Read More.

Righter: Legislation ensures schools will open in fall despite state budget impasse

Tuesday, May 31 by Jc Tinsley

Despite the state’s ongoing budget impasse, schools would open next fall and receive at least the same amount of funding they are receiving now under legislation co-sponsored by State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon). Senate Bill 3434 would fully fund K-12 education for the first time... Read More.

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Statement from Speaker Madigan on budget impasse

Treasurer Frerichs Releases Fourth Quarter Missed Investment Earnings Due to Budget Impasse

Righter: Legislation ensures schools will open in fall despite state budget impasse

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