Now with the governor’s approval, starting with the 103rd General Assembly that begins Jan. 11, the base pay for part-time state legislators will increase to $85,000. #illinois #illinoisbudget
In DuPage County this past election, an election official was comparing mail-in ballot applications to verify signatures on the ballots, not the original voter signature on file with the county’s elections office. #elections
Financial aid and scholarships are available to eligible applicants. The PSC Foundation also offers scholarships to assist with tuition, books, and fees to those who qualify. #prairiestate
Kelly Swisher, president of the Illinois Pawnbrokers Association, told The Center Square the measure will hurt those in need of short-term money. #pawn
He fears, however, that the governor will distribute the federal dollars and then offset the resulting benefits by increasing the minimum wage. #illinois