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State officials framed the announcement as a significant win for Illinois’ economy and a signal of continued momentum in attracting large-scale employers. #illinois #hyundai #jobs

Under the proposal, districts would be required to develop policies with input from parents, teachers and school staff, with student involvement encouraged. #phones #highschool #legislation

Welch was addressing questions about the Bears’ request for property tax breaks and more than $800 million in state support for infrastructure upgrades. #budget #chicagobears #

“By ensuring equitable reimbursement for behavioral health services and tackling the underlying causes of poor network adequacy, Illinois is finally on track to meaningfully address barriers to accessing treatment.” #behavioralhealth #insurance

Harmon’s committee had argued the notice of self-funding should be based on the office's election cycle, not the day of the next general election cycle as some Senate terms can be four and six years. Harmon is up for reelection in 2026. #fines #election

State Rep. Dan Caulkins, R-Decatur, explained how top Democrats, like Harmon, wouldn’t allow the Invest in Kids Act renewal bill to be called this legislative session because it wasn’t favorable to public school teachers unions, who are large contributors to the Democrats’ campaigns. #dnc

"The Court has graciously provided my clients with an emergency hearing at 11:00 A.M. tomorrow in Effingham County wherein we are asking for a temporary restraining order to restore their constitutional right to bear arms while this matter proceeds through the Courts." #effingham #assaultweaponban

This is the third significant contribution to the outstanding loan balance, which increased significantly after the fund was forced to borrow $4.5 billion in federal funds to provide relief to workers unemployed due to COVID-19. #unemployment

“The Supreme Court is supposed to be a check on the General Assembly and on the Governor, we learned that in eighth grade - it’s not difficult, said Former Appellate Court Justice Robert Spence. "Other issues that could be decided by the court are "gerrymandering and fair maps.” #JudgeSpence

Harmon on mask mandate: 'When we follow medical science, we make progress against this pandemic' - Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park) is saluting Gov. J.B. Pritzker for his handling of the COVID-19 crisis.