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The bill expands affordable housing and reentry services for people leaving Illinois prisons, aiming to improve long-term outcomes by reducing homelessness and recidivism. #bill #housing #prison

The main bill the coalition wants passed is SB 3277, which would create a program to automatically give recipients seeing a change or stop in federal benefits a one-time payment of $600 – representing about three months worth of the average SNAP subsidy. #snap #centersquare

Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey said in a social media post it was wrong for the president to mock the pope and to post an image of himself appearing to be like Jesus Christ. #trump #pope #centersquare

Hills said the measure is designed to eliminate upfront costs for families and encourage early intervention, which some studies suggest can lower the risk of developing lifelong food allergies. #bill #allergy #coverage

GOP candidate for lieutenant governor Aaron Del Mar said it’s important to support the Constitution and a free press, but taxpayer dollars should not support outlets like some in Chicago that only show one side of issues. #gop #tax #jbpritzker

Schwartz asked the court to affirm Madigan’s conviction and said the former speaker corrupted state government at the highest level. #madigan #appeal #centersquare

“We impose a motor fuel tax across the state that was adjusted six years ago, seven years ago now, in 2019, but then we impose a sales tax on top of that motor fuel tax,” Spain said. #tax #gas

Glennon said modern buildings with amenities are holding up well, but older, Class B buildings are selling space for 10 or 20 cents on the dollar. #office #chicago #rates

Illinois gun owners plan rally in wake of Supreme Court order (via The Center Square) – The Illinois State Rifle Association says gun owners...

Davis said the measure is designed to tackle ongoing staffing shortages while opening the door for younger adults seeking alternatives to college. #firefighter #bill