Politics

“We must provide insight and proper education so children will be knowledgeable about the damage that can come from fires..." #illinoissenate

The ruling is illustrative of the major constitutional problems with the weapons ban law... #gunban #illinois

Pritzker said he would not be endorsing a candidate in the runoff – at least not yet. #pritzker

He stressed the necessity for independent trustees who are not beholden to outside interests and will do what is right and not what is popular for a select few. #frankfort

As we begin the earnest work of the 103rd General Assembly in 2023, I am co-chairing one of two Senate committees where my fellow co-chair is a Republican. #senatorjoyce

Coffey argues that the current system of tipping good service is capitalism at work. #restaurants #tips

DeLuca recognizes that an increase in LGDF would help keep local tax burdens lower – preventing the need for local governments to look at property tax hikes or other fee increases to make up the difference. #lgdf

The text of the bill states its purpose is “to promote the privacy, safety, and gender inclusivity of all Illinois residents and visitors,” and that the measure should be “liberally construed” to carry out its purpose. #illinois

Illinois becomes 12th state, 1st in Midwest, to allow self-attestation... #genderidentity

Pritzker, however, said the state is in a vastly improved financial condition than when he first entered office because Democrats who control the budgeting process have used surpluses in recent years to pay the state’s debts and pension obligations. #budget #illinois