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APR 25, 2018
While the decades-awaited Equal Rights Amendment has been parked in the Illinois House Rules Committee since April 11, other pieces of legislation are gaining traction in the General Assembly this week which seek to address issues predominantly affecting women.
Women-focused bills get traction, but ERA still parked in House Rules
While the decades-awaited Equal Rights Amendment has been parked in the Illinois House Rules Comm...
APR 24, 2018
“All in favor of Mike Madigan being elected to the position of chairman of the Democratic Party of Illinois say ‘aye’,” said Senate President John Cullerton (D-Chicago), and a chorus of ayes reported.
The ayes have it: Madigan busts record to become Illinois Dems’ longest-tenured chair
“All in favor of Mike Madigan being elected to the position of chairman of the Democratic Party o...
APR 24, 2018
Double-decade bust - Twenty years after first winning his position as chair of the Democratic Party of Illinois, House Speaker Mike Madigan has been re-elected to the post. Madigan’s re-election busted previous records, making him the state party’s longest-tenured chairman. The single dissenting voice? Peter Janko of Marengo, who supports Madigan for Speaker but wants “new blood” chairing the party.
Morning Briefs: Madigan re-elected party chairman; McCann joins Quincy coalition letter; Driver’s would go Dutch under new bill
Double-decade bust - Twenty years after first winning his position as chair of the Democratic Pa...
APR 23, 2018
Although no legislative committee meetings are currently scheduled for Monday, the House and Senate will still meet this afternoon. This morning, the anticipated re-election of what could be Illinois’ longest-serving Democratic chair.
Capitol Agenda: AG to announce new lawsuit; IL Dems to elect party chair
Although no legislative committee meetings are currently scheduled for Monday, the House and Sena...
APR 23, 2018
Crosscheck crossroads - A rough path is expected for a recently passed Illinois bill which would remove the state from the controversial Interstate Voter Registration Crosscheck Program, as Gov. Bruce Rauner’s spokesperson Rachel Bold calls the measure a “troubling vote.”
Morning Briefs: Crosscheck Bill at a crossroads, but state revenue estimates are clearer than ever
Crosscheck crossroads - A rough path is expected for a recently passed Illinois bill which would ...
APR 20, 2018
The Bid Heard Round the World - In case you missed the day’s top line, downstate Sen. Sam McCann (R-Plainview) announced his campaign for Illinois governor Thursday. McCann will run as a Conservative Party candidate, and is now seeking the 25,000 signatures needed to get on the ballot.
Morning Briefs: McCann throws his hat in the ring; Rauner's Quincy point-man gets 70% raise; Crosscheck Bill heads to governor’s desk
The Bid Heard Round the World - In case you missed the day’s top line, downstate Sen. Sam McCann ...
APR 19, 2018
The Illinois House approved a measure Wednesday which would clear the state’s Health Services and Facilities Review Board for another decade of operation. The bill drew sharp criticism from Republicans in the chamber.
Amid heated GOP pushback, House OKs another decade for Health Facilities Board
The Illinois House approved a measure Wednesday which would clear the state’s Health Services an...
APR 18, 2018
The House Judiciary Criminal Committee cleared a weapons control measure Tuesday banning the possession of pre-packaged explosive devices for those without Firearm Owner’s Identification Card.
Explosives control bill heads to House floor
The House Judiciary Criminal Committee cleared a weapons control measure Tuesday banning the poss...
APR 18, 2018
Gun Control - There’s been no movement so far this week on Sen. Don Harmon’s (D-Oak Park) Gun Dealer Licensing Bill, but two other gun control measures moved forward yesterday.
Morning Briefs: Gun control measures on the move, state workers and agency funding attempt to recover from impasse impact
Gun Control - There’s been no movement so far this week on Sen. Don Harmon’s (D-Oak Park) Gun Dea...
APR 18, 2018
The Illinois Senate Education Committee moved a bill forward Tuesday responding to public calls for increased police presence in schools.
School police training bill clears Senate Education
The Illinois Senate Education Committee moved a bill forward Tuesday responding to public calls f...
APR 17, 2018
Morning Briefs: Data round-up on Illinois’ state and local spending, new GOP women’s group emerges, Fair Maps campaign gets a new backer
Morning Briefs: Data round-up on Illinois’ state and local spending, new GOP women’s group emerges, Fair Maps campaign gets a new backer
Morning Briefs: Data round-up on Illinois’ state and local spending, new GOP women’s group emerge...
APR 16, 2018
Environmental issues take center stage today in Springfield as the Illinois EPA is involved in hearings on two contentious statewide issues.
Capitol Agenda: Reps speak out against Dynegy coal proposal as new Rauner appointee joins pollution board, Senate panel takes up Volkswagen settlement in subject hearing
Environmental issues take center stage today in Springfield as the Illinois EPA is involved in he...
APR 13, 2018
| Date | Committee | D-2 Raised | D-2 Spent | D-2 CoH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | Friends to Elect Kathleen Willis | $6,537.19 | $138,622.05 | $637,855.72 |
| 4/10 | Julie Morrison for State Senate | $39,045.84 | $4,708.58 | $610,537.46 |
| 4/9 | Friends of Robert "Bob" Rita | $184,550.00 | $343,408.69 | $586,893.08 |
| 4/10 | Friends of Tabares | $9,750.00 | $100,280.15 | $505,064.59 |
| 4/11 | Friends for State Rep Anthony DeLuca | $8,250.00 | $4,858.22 | $423,898.21 |
| 4/11 | Friends of Christian Mitchell | $82,700.66 | $23,878.79 | $239,885.68 |
| 4/12 | Friends of Kelly M Burke | $22,750.00 | $9,347.01 | $176,072.07 |
| 4/9 | Citizens for Karen McConnaughay | $32,900.00 | $16,957.67 | $138,152.72 |
| 4/10 | Friends of John Curtis | $57,769.66 | $19,453.29 | $136,227.84 |
| 4/10 | Jil Tracy for State Senate | $20,897.50 | $21,841.44 | $133,213.90 |
| 4/11 | Committee to Re-Elect Gary Hannig | $0.00 | $4,000.00 | $116,058.93 |
| 4/10 | Friends of Todd H Stroger | $0.00 | $0.00 | $110,720.23 |
| 4/10 | Friends of Tom Bennett | $32,575.00 | $19,742.20 | $110,626.63 |
| 4/10 | Friends of Dave Koehler | $4,400.00 | $22,405.04 | $99,890.96 |
| 4/11 | Citizens for Chad Hays | $1,910.00 | $11,140.93 | $95,049.60 |
| 4/11 | Friends of John Sullivan | $0.00 | $1,388.45 | $86,773.75 |
| 4/12 | Citizens for Quigley | $0.00 | $6,831.68 | $84,909.00 |
| 4/11 | Friends for Avery Bourne | $15,225.00 | $1,214.76 | $79,124.58 |
| 4/10 | Friends of Bill Cunningham | $7,239.78 | $12,853.82 | $78,988.08 |
| 4/10 | Citizens For Matthew J Hunt | $74,060.00 | $2,142.71 | $76,384.74 |
| 4/10 | Friends of Jehan Gordon | $6,000.66 | $14,959.28 | $72,241.59 |
| 4/12 | Citizens for Jacqueline Collins | $11,014.74 | $6,640.24 | $68,481.93 |
| 4/10 | Friends for Lauzen | $6,000.00 | $29,672.81 | $62,525.93 |
| 4/11 | Citizens for Brian W Stewart | $8,721.82 | $5,988.38 | $59,278.45 |
| 4/9 | Citizens for Carol Ronen | $1,000.00 | $7,041.86 | $58,416.43 |
| 4/11 | Dave Syverson Campaign Committee | $31,609.11 | $69,734.64 | $57,158.66 |
| 4/12 | Committee to Elect Mark Kern | $77,132.50 | $35,400.48 | $55,324.72 |
| 4/10 | Citizens for Jerry Bennett | $9,855.00 | $3,950.84 | $53,968.95 |
| 4/11 | Friends of Nero | $0.00 | $2,962.44 | $49,762.98 |
| 4/11 | Friends of Jim Oberweis | $191.73 | $1,231.50 | $46,623.82 |
| 4/11 | Margo McDermed for Illinois House | $10,775.00 | $7,118.14 | $45,608.36 |
| 4/10 | Keith Sommer Campaign Committee | $11,600.00 | $813.67 | $44,984.90 |
| 4/12 | Citizens for Cenar | $0.00 | $50,073.26 | $44,745.30 |
| 4/11 | Committee to Elect Joseph Cantore | $0.00 | $0.00 | $43,682.53 |
| 4/12 | Citizens for Willie Tines | $49,010.00 | $6,321.16 | $42,688.84 |
| 4/11 | Committee to Elect Tyler R Edmonds | $40,200.00 | $11,128.14 | $41,411.58 |
| 4/9 | Citizens for Ronald Denson | $0.00 | $6,782.00 | $40,706.47 |
| 4/12 | Citizens for Suarez | $0.00 | $33,557.94 | $40,029.87 |
| 4/9 | Committee to Elect Sheri Jesiel | $4,125.00 | $694.19 | $34,170.55 |
Quarterly Campaign Scoreboard: A look at the fundraising field Top 40 as candidate D-2s roll in
Date
Committee
D-2 Raised
D-2 Spent
D-2 CoH
4/10
Friends to Elect Kathleen Willis
$6,537.19
...
APR 12, 2018
In a bustling statehouse, lawmakers rushed legislation down the field in an effort to get bills passed before legislative deadlines hit in two weeks. Here are the Wednesday highlights.
Legislative Round-Up: ERA clears Senate, Quincy Bill and Net Neutrality move ahead in House
In a bustling statehouse, lawmakers rushed legislation down the field in an effort to get bills p...
APR 11, 2018
In a Tuesday hearing before the Illinois House Human Services Committee, Crystal Lake Republican Rep. Barbara Wheeler held up a small black sticker containing just a few ways a person might identify or help a victim of sex trafficking.
There’s the rub: Masseurs say anti-trafficking stickers confuse customers, House panel votes to educate them
In a Tuesday hearing before the Illinois House Human Services Committee, Crystal Lake Republican ...
APR 10, 2018
Felice Hybert, the assistant superintendent for curriculum instruction at Kankakee School District 111, told lawmakers Monday her struggling schools are pushing to bring their education practices out of the industrial era, and their graduation rates out of the tank, with a community-focused practice that’s already showing results with some students.
Ives takes a shot at teachers as competency-based pilot looks to get off the ground
Felice Hybert, the assistant superintendent for curriculum instruction at Kankakee School Distric...
APR 09, 2018
The House Appropriations - Elementary & Secondary Education Committee will meet today in room D-1 of the Stratton Building at 1 p.m. for a subject matter hearing on a range of education issues.
House appropriations panel to continue education hearings
The House Appropriations - Elementary & Secondary Education Committee will meet today in room...
APR 09, 2018
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Gauging Committee Workload: With 234 bills posted for hearing across House committees today, we've charted the legislative traffic in a few handy charts
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APR 06, 2018
A measure aiming to restore funding to Illinois’ Child Care Assistance Program cleared a House panel Wednesday in Chicago. Gov. Bruce Rauner has also requested a funding increase for the program in this year’s budget.
After 3-year cut, House panel clears bill to restore child care program funding
A measure aiming to restore funding to Illinois’ Child Care Assistance Program cleared a House pa...
APR 05, 2018
At a Chicago press conference Wednesday, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan voiced support for a bill requiring hospitals to ensure on-site Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, called SANE nurses, are available for patients.
AG calls hospitals to the carpet over delays in sexual assault training, urges lawmakers to advance bill next week
At a Chicago press conference Wednesday, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan voiced support fo...
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Writer @CNET: Techpocalyptic privacy tools, weird science, civil unrest | rae.hodge@protonmail | Priors: @AP @BBC @NPR et al | @USUKFulbright | Hon. @KYColonels
