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Illinois eyes smarter park funding: handicap accessibility gets priority

Silence DoGood - February 8, 2026

The bill, originally House Bill 1788 by Rep. Nicole La Ha, R-Homer Glen, to prioritize parks with accessibility features, remains in committee after Senate President Don Harmon never called it. #park #funding #handicap

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Bailey Criticizes Proposed Campfire Permit Bill as Government Overreach

Silence DoGood - February 5, 2026

“Campers should be free to gather around a campfire with friends and family without having to check with the government first,” Bailey said. #campfire #permit

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