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Republicans propose bills to repeal Illinois TRUST Act and cut immigrant healthcare benefits

Republican lawmakers in Illinois' 104th General Assembly are campaigning against the state's Sanctuary State policy.

By Rockford Sun | Mar 28, 2025

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Illinois Republicans contest redistricting in Supreme Court

House Republicans in Illinois are actively pursuing a legal battle against the state's redistricting process, raising concerns over alleged gerrymandering by the Democratic party.

By Rockford Sun | Mar 28, 2025

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Legislation reintroduced to honor slain Rockford postal worker Jay Larson

By Rockford Sun | Mar 27, 2025

Today, representatives Darin LaHood and Eric Sorensen have reintroduced a bill in the United States Congress to rename the Harrison Avenue Post Office in Rockford in honor of Jay Larson.

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Illinois sees surge in public sector employment amid concerns

By Rockford Sun | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois has experienced a significant increase in government jobs over the past two years, raising concerns about sustainability and resource allocation.

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Illinois GOP urges IHSA policy clarity; homeschoolers protest regulation

By Rockford Sun | Mar 24, 2025

State Republican lawmakers in Illinois have reached out to the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) with a letter urging clarity on policies regarding transgender athletes.

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**** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Department of Public Health Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025 **

By Rockford Sun | Mar 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois Department of Public Health Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

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Boone County: Income Maintenance made up 2.2% of total income in 2022

By Rockford Sun | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.2% of income in Boone County, providing an average of $1,237 per capita to residents.

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LaHood welcomes SBA Administrator Loeffler on manufacturing tour in Peoria

By Rockford Sun | Mar 21, 2025

Congressman Darin LaHood recently welcomed Kelly Loeffler, the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), to Peoria, Illinois, as part of her Manufacturing in America Road Tour.

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Rep. Sosnowski welcomes Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau to Springfield

By Rockford Sun | Mar 20, 2025

Rep. Joe Sosnowski and other legislators from the Stateline area recently welcomed representatives from the Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau to the Capitol.

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Illinois Representative opposes homeschool regulation bill amid public dissent

By Rockford Sun | Mar 19, 2025

State Representative John M. Cabello has voiced his opposition to Illinois' HB2827, known as the "Homeschool Act."

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Rep. Sosnowski opposes new homeschooling regulations in Illinois

By Rockford Sun | Mar 19, 2025

State Representative Joe Sosnowski of Rockford has voiced his concerns regarding the Homeschool Act, House Bill 2827.

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Boone County residents received $9,468 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 91st in Illinois

By Rockford Sun | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Boone County received an average of $9,468 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 12th lowest in Illinois.

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Rep. Sosnowski engages with residents at Huntley Community Expo

By Rockford Sun | Mar 15, 2025

Rep. Sosnowski and his team took part in the 2025 Huntley Community Expo, which occurred on Saturday and was sponsored by the Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Illinois now highest taxed state according to WalletHub study

By Rockford Sun | Mar 14, 2025

Illinois has become the highest-taxed state in the United States, according to WalletHub's latest annual study on state tax rates.

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House Republicans introduce bills aiming for Illinois property tax relief

By Rockford Sun | Mar 13, 2025

Illinois House Republican lawmakers have introduced a legislative package aimed at providing property tax relief to residents throughout the state.

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Winnebago County residents pay $184,708 in County Sales Tax in December 2024

By Rockford Sun | Mar 12, 2025

In December 2024, Winnebago County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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House passes act extending prosecution time for pandemic unemployment fraud

By Rockford Sun | Mar 12, 2025

Congressman Darin LaHood, representing Illinois' 16th district and serving as Chairman of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Work and Welfare, has expressed approval for the passage of the Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act.

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Rep. Cabello criticizes Democratic proposals on public safety

By Rockford Sun | Mar 12, 2025

With the spring legislative session in progress, State Representative John M. Cabello (R-Machesney Park) and other Republican lawmakers held a press conference at the Capitol.

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Rep. Cabello hosts clinic to help reduce utility bills

By Rockford Sun | Mar 11, 2025

WIFR covered Representative Cabello's utility clinic in Freeport on March 6th.

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Congressional Soccer Caucus backs World Cup task force formation

By Rockford Sun | Mar 11, 2025

Today, Congressman Darin LaHood and the Congressional Soccer Caucus Co-Chairs, Representatives Rick Larson, Kathy Castor, and Don Bacon, expressed their support for the creation of a White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026.