federal policy

Beginning Oct. 1, states will be responsible for 75% of the administrative cost of operating SNAP, up from the previous 50% share. Illinois budget officials estimate that change will cost the state approximately $80 million more each year. #snap #foodstamps

Pepin criticized Bailey for associating with Trump while raising concerns about the administration’s policies on tariffs, immigration enforcement and foreign affairs. She also argued that Bailey should address the effects of those policies on Illinois residents. #darrenbailey #democrats #trump

"This bill is a great bipartisan step toward keeping the legal hemp industry alive," Katz said in a statement. "It enhances consumer and child safety while also protecting farmers, small businesses, employees, and preserving the long-term viability of the domestic hemp industry." #hemp #bill #congress

"Here is our chance to agree on a bipartisan process to rescue Social Security this year," said Durbin. "We were elected to solve problems — and there's no greater problem than the solvency and future of Social Security." #bill #bipartisan #socialsecurity

“The number one issue worrying my neighbors in Central and Northwestern Illinois is affordability,” Sorensen said in a news release. “My bipartisan legislation will help make it a permanent lifeline for those who need a helping hand.” #centersquare #water #bill

The sharp decline reflects a broader national trend as consumers face increasing health insurance expenses and the end of temporary financial assistance programs. #aca #insurance

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

“Trump is dividing the nation and striking fear in entire segments of our population.” #trump #citizenship #centersquare

Pritzker noted that governors from both political parties have historically defended their authority over state National Guard units, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control to ensure readiness and respond to local needs. #tsa #trump #funding