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Monday, October 14, 2019

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 52: Illinois is now the least tax friendly State in ten U.S

Illinois is now the least tax friendly State in ten U.S

By Press release submission | Oct 14, 2019

From Metro East Sun

Sen. Plummer deems Planned Parenthood's Downstate mega-clinic 'a complete disaster'

By Glenn Minnis | 3 days ago

Illinois state Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) is convinced that Planned Parenthood’s secret construction of a so-called mega abortion clinic in southern Illinois is a 'disaster' for the pro-life movement as well as state taxpayers.

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Rep. Ugaste condemns 'push-poll' tactics used to spread falsehoods about District 6 candidate Ives

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 11, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is urging voters to demand more from the people seeking to represent them.

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Increasingly negative image not helping Illinois' chances for a recovery, Rep. Ugaste says

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 11, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) wishes that for once the state could be in the spotlight for something positive rather than for all its fiscal shortcomings.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 33: Sen. DeWitte encourages constituents to submit stories of veterans to be showcased at Illinois Capitol

By Press release submission | Oct 9, 2019

As Veterans Day approaches, and we look for ways to honor Illinois veterans and tell their incredible stories, State Sen. Don DeWitte is asking constituents to submit a photo and tribute to a loved one who has served in the United States Armed Forces to be displayed on the Veterans Day “Wall of Honor” in the Illinois State Capitol Nov. 4-15.

From Rockford Sun

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Week-in-Review: Sept. 30 – Oct. 4, 2019

By Press release submission | 5 days ago

Illinois has been ranked the least tax-friendly state in a new study. Meanwhile, state officials will be using the month of October to educate people about cybersecurity, and residents can now apply for help with heating bills.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro celebrates equal pay victory: Salary history questions banned

By Press release submission | Oct 9, 2019

State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) is thrilled that the Illinois law she authored to prohibit employers from asking about applicants’ salary history is now in full effect.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 26: Sen. McConchie encourages constituents to submit stories of veterans to be showcased at Illinois Capitol

By Press release submission | Oct 9, 2019

As Veterans Day approaches, and we look for ways to honor Illinois veterans and tell their incredible stories, State Sen. Dan McConchie is asking constituents to submit a photo and tribute to a loved one who has served in the United States Armed Forces to be displayed on the Veterans Day “Wall of Honor” in the Illinois State Capitol Nov. 4-15.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 25: Senator Oberweis to host free community events October 7 in St. Charles and October 15 in Oswego

By Press release submission | Oct 9, 2019

Senator Jim Oberweis hosted two free community events to help constituents learn more about preventing ID theft and consumer fraud, and about better understanding the federal Medicare program.

From Prairie State Wire

Illinois tops Kiplinger’s list of 'least tax-friendly' states in nation

By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | 6 days ago

Illinois has been named the nation’s 'least tax-friendly' state in a new analysis by Kiplinger.

From Prairie State Wire

U.S. Senate Resolution: No bailing out Illinois

By Karen Kidd | 6 days ago

The Land of Lincoln is suffering a number of financial woes, fueled in large part by unfunded pension liabilities, but neither Illinois nor any other state should expect a bailout from Uncle Sam, according to a resolution introduced into the senate last summer.

From McHenry Times

Rep. Skillicorn's gloomy forecast for state gas tax hike proving to be accurate

By Glenn Minnis | 6 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-East Dundee) is giving Gov. J.B. Pritzker all the credit he believes is deserved based on reports that Illinois motorists spent $100 more in gas taxes during the first month of the state's new levy.

From Lake County Gazette

Rep. McSweeney pushes for ban on red-light cameras, from which Sen. Sandoval has allegedly profited

By Glenn Minnis | 6 days ago

Illinois state Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) has renewed his fight for a ban on red-light cameras in the wake of reports that such a company is at the center of the federal probe of longtime state Sen. Martin Sandoval (D-Chicago).

From Kendall County Times

Sen. Oberweis calls out Rep. Underwood for supporting digital records system for illegal immigrants

By Glenn Minnis | 6 days ago

Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) has criticized his U.S. House Congressional opponent for putting the welfare of illegal immigrants ahead of that of our own military veterans.

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 93: State Rep. Hernandez Women's Supply Drive

By Press release submission | Oct 8, 2019

State Rep. Hernandez Women's Supply Drive

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 52: Illinois Property Taxes Rising

By Press release submission | Oct 7, 2019

Illinois Property Taxes Rising

From DuPage Policy Journal

Candidate Ives to make health care reform a focus in her race to unseat Rep. Casten

By Glenn Minnis | 7 days ago

With average health care costs on the rise for workers and employers alike, congressional candidate Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) is intent on making the issue a central component of her battle against incumbent U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Downers Grove) in the 6th District.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Congressional candidate Ives earns SBA List endorsement in 6th District race

By Glenn Minnis | 7 days ago

National pro-life organization Susan B. Anthony List (SBA List) has endorsed former Illinois state Rep. Jeanne Ives in the 2020 race for the 6th Congressional District seat.

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 65: State Representative Dan Ugaste proudly supported the Manufacturer’s Purchase Credit (MPC)

By Press release submission | Oct 7, 2019

State Representative Dan Ugaste proudly supported the Manufacturer’s Purchase Credit (MPC)