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Senate GOP Leader Bill Brady said to have voiced private support for abortion funding, gun control legislation

By W.J. Kennedy | 2 days ago

Former high-level aides to Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner has revealed that Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) told the then governor he was right for signing HB 40 in September 2017, the law requiring Medicaid funding of abortions. At a separate meeting, Brady also recommended that the governor sign gun control bills should they reach his desk.

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 68: In the News: Cabello files bill to repeal FOID Card Act

Cabello files bill to repeal FOID Card Act

By Press release submission | Jan 17, 2020

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Senate Week in Review: Jan. 6-10

By Press release submission | Jan 15, 2020

A new year could mean big changes for the state of Illinois.

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Jeff Orduno donates $2,150 to Joseph V. Chiarelli's election campaign

By Metric Media News Service | Jan 13, 2020

Jeff Orduno donated $2,150 to Republican Joseph V. Chiarelli's election campaign committee, Citizens to Elect Joseph V Chiarelli, on Jan. 13, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

From Kane County Reporter

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 70: Keicher joins call for investigation into criminal cover-up, illegal activity alleged in recent report

By Press release submission | 7 days ago

Keicher joins call for investigation into criminal cover-up, illegal activity alleged in recent report

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 69: Rep. Sosnowski announces resignation from Rockford Christian Schools effective mid-January

By Press release submission | Jan 13, 2020

Rep. Sosnowski announces resignation from Rockford Christian Schools effective mid-January

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 67: Utility Bill Clinic to be he held on January 16

By Press release submission | Jan 13, 2020

Utility Bill Clinic to be he held on January 16

From NW Illinois News

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 90: Complimentary Admission to Chicago Museums and Zoos Available Through Rep. Tom Demmer’s Office

By Press release submission | 8 days ago

Complimentary Admission to Chicago Museums and Zoos Available Through Rep. Tom Demmer’s Office

From NW Illinois News

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 89: Chesney’s Weekly Roundup- week ending January 11, 2020

By Press release submission | 8 days ago

Chesney’s Weekly Roundup- week ending January 11, 2020

From NW Illinois News

Chicago Democrats breaking the backs of Downstate taxpayers, Rep. Chesney says

By Glenn Minnis | 12 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) figures his Downstate constituents have at least $1.4 billion reasons to be demanding better treatment from Chicago Democrats.

From DeKalb Times

Property tax task force going the way of previous reform-minded commissions, Rep. Keicher fears

By Glenn Minnis | 12 days ago

After months of hard work with little to show for it, Illinois state Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) fears that the state’s new Property Tax Relief Task Force will suffer the same fate as similar panels that came before it.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Senate Week in Review: New Laws Edition, Part III

By Press release submission | Jan 7, 2020

As a new year begins, Illinois residents may be interested to learn about several notable new laws that take effect January 1.

From Kane County Reporter

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 70: Millions of Americans are facing high-deductible insurance

By Press release submission | 13 days ago

Millions of Americans are facing high-deductible insurance

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 69: Rep. Sosnowski statement on the Draft Final Report of Property Tax Relief Task Force

By Press release submission | Jan 7, 2020

Rep. Sosnowski statement on the Draft Final Report of Property Tax Relief Task Force

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 67: West Bill Would Explain Consequences of Sexting to Students

By Press release submission | Jan 7, 2020

West Bill Would Explain Consequences of Sexting to Students

From NW Illinois News

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 89: Chesney Guest Column: Rural Illinois “Not Forgotten” when it comes to Higher Taxes and Fees

By Press release submission | 15 days ago

Chesney Guest Column: Rural Illinois “Not Forgotten” when it comes to Higher Taxes and Fees

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 67: West Introduces Resolution Encouraging Schools to Focus on Mental Health of Students

By Press release submission | Dec 31, 2019

West Introduces Resolution Encouraging Schools to Focus on Mental Health of Students

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Rep. Cabello throws full support behind President Trump

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 30, 2019

Illinois state Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) is pulling out all the stops in his defense of President Donald Trump following U.S. House Democrats' move to formally file two articles of impeachment just before Christmas.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Senate Week in Review: New Laws Edition, Part II

By Press release submission | Dec 25, 2019

As people throughout Illinois prepare to ring in a new year, the Senate Republican Caucus is continuing to highlight new laws that will take effect as the clock strikes midnight on January 1.

From Kane County Reporter

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 70: Rep. Keicher Joins Bipartisan Lawmakers for Signing of Pension Consolidation Bill

By Press release submission | 27 days ago

Rep. Keicher Joins Bipartisan Lawmakers for Signing of Pension Consolidation Bill