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Balkema, R-Channahon, said the relocation shows Illinois needs to rethink its approach to economic policy. “I’m happy that that is occurring, but I also understand it,” Balkema said. “As I tour businesses throughout the district and the state, the top two things that businesses fear about Illinois and need help in is rules and regulations is absolutely the number one.” #centersquare #truevalue #buisness

The proposed legislation would provide explicit guidance to election authorities in those situations. It also would prevent candidates who lose ballot access due to unpaid penalties from later being appointed to fill a vacancy for the same office during that election cycle. #senatebill #elections #legislation

Preston, who has been a vocal opponent of proposals to redraw Illinois’ congressional districts mid-decade, framed the pause as a stand against what he described as national efforts by President Donald Trump and Republican-led states to weaken minority representation through gerrymandering. #civilrights #

Preston’s 16th District will see four projects totaling more than $2.2 million in the coming year. #infrastructure

From passing common-sense legislation to investing in education and public safety, my commitment is to keep delivering results that matter. #oped

This round of Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program funding will fund up to 45 programs throughout the state including new grantees, serving nearly 2,000 residents. #applications

Since its establishment in 1986, OSLAD has become one of the state’s most popular grant programs, awarding over $585 million for park projects across the state. #grants