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Tentative Agreement Reached With Illinois State Union Workers

Silence DoGood - July 5, 2023

The unknown costs have led some to question the financial burden on the budget. #afscme

Politics

Illinois Legislators Warn of Progressive Income Tax With Unknown Expenses in 2024 Budget

Silence DoGood - June 8, 2023

The new contract with AFSCME could cost up to an additional $300 million when finally settled, according to some lawmakers, but was not included in the state's budget. #budget #illinois

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