Springfield News
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DEC 17, 2020
Members of the House Veterans Affairs Committee met Wednesday for a hearing on the COVID-19 outbreak at the LaSalle Veterans’ Home.
Illinois lawmakers searched for answers and accountability Wednesday when they spent nearly four hours grilling members of Gov. JB Pritzker’s administration about the recent COVID-19 outbreak at the LaSalle Veterans’ Home that has killed 33 residents. -
DEC 16, 2020
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday announced more than $700 million in budget cuts.
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday announced more than $700 million in budget reductions for the current fiscal year, while eyeing additional changes including potential furloughs for state employees, as part of an early attempt to begin addressing the state’s $3.9 billion budget deficit. -
DEC 15, 2020
Rep. Deanne Mazzochi and Rep. Chris Welch traded pointed criticism of their political parties on Monday during the final meeting of the House committee investigating Speaker Mike Madigan.
The special House of Representatives committee charged with investigating Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) on Monday rejected Republicans’ latest efforts to subpoena witnesses before suddenly, concluding the committee’s work after just three meetings. -
DEC 11, 2020
Sen. Andy Manar and Theresa Hawley from the governor’s office gave a preview Thursday of the anticipated final recommendations Illinois Commission on Equitable Early Childhood Education and Care Funding.
One year after Gov. JB Pritzker established it, the Illinois Commission on Equitable Early Childhood Education and Care Funding is finalizing its recommendations, which are expected to include a proposal to create a new state agency.
News in brief: Pritzker disappointed Madigan didn’t take advantage of investigating committee; board rebuffs Mercy hospital closure plan; coalition of governors urges safety during holidays
House Speaker Mike Madigan
