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IL Freedom Caucus Joins Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem On Failed Sanctuary State Policies and Immigration (Springfield, IL) – Today, all members of the...

The exchange between Senate Majority Leader Kimberly Lightford, of Westchester, and Sen. Cristina Castro, of Elgin, who chairs the powerful Senate Executive Committee, took place during a hearing on an unrelated bill that would overhaul the way Illinois funds public universities. #degree

According to rankings by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Illinois continues to lead as the top exporting state in Midwest and the fourth largest exporting state in the U.S. In 2024, Illinois had another record-breaking year, with exports exceeding $81 billion, a 2.5% increase from 2023 and a 32% increase since 2019. #trade

Governor Pritzker fails to realize that for working families in Illinois, there is already ‘no peace. #peace

“The Governor continues to affirm his support for these policies and has made it clear he is not going to change his mind,” Niemerg said. #testify

Some of the recommendations include prioritizing public safety and making sure the business community has a seat at the table in future policy making.  #reform

While visiting one local training site, Welch and Pritzker announced new funding secured in the state budget which will expand skills training through the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program at 38 sites across Illinois, including Melrose Park and Maywood. #training

State Rep. Paul Jacobs, R-Pomona, introduced House Bill 1345 to repeal the Illinois TRUST act and end the state’s sanctuary status. #immigration

In a report released Tuesday, the ICCB said 40 of the state’s 45 community colleges reported enrollment growth this spring. #colleges

To be really accurate Republicans should be tossing around the characterization of some top Democratic leaders, especially in a nationwide context, as “sociopaths.” #oped