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As energy experts continue warning about the future needs of our electric grid, Illinois leaders have a responsibility to focus on policies that strengthen long-term reliability and affordability. #energy

The Food Depository says SNAP enrollment has declined sharply since major changes to the program were enacted under the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. #snap #foodstamps

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

The party said nearly 100,000 Illinois residents lost or dropped their health insurance after enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits expired. Democrats also pointed to preliminary 2027 insurance filings showing proposed premium increases of at least 15% nationwide. #democrats #republicans #healthcare

While the rankings use different methodologies, the state said they collectively measure areas including K-12 performance, school resources, higher education and career preparation. #schools #pritzker

According to the organization, the latest reports focus on progress made in response to those findings and document changes in early childhood and behavioral health services throughout Illinois. #birthtofive #earlychildhood #progress

“Affordability has been a primary focus for me, and it’s reflected in the legislation we’ve prioritized.” #legislation #affordability #budget

Deering emphasized that Illinois families already shoulder some of the nation’s highest property taxes, much of which goes toward funding education. #scholarships #taxcredits #students

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Long said she plans to introduce the Heirs Property and Family Land & Home Equity Protection Act, a legislative package aimed at closing loopholes that allow family-owned property to be fractured or sold below market value. #property #candidate #policy