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Recent News About Illinois General Assembly
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Teacher union cash flooding two conservative House districts; 'Illinois Working' propping up GOP challengers
Efforts by teachers' unions to knock off incumbent conservatives in next week's primary election have ramped up with $260,000 targeting two House members opposed to their agendas.
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Teachers unions' spend big on GOP candidates to oust conservatives from SE Illinois House districts
Running as a write-in candidate in the 102nd House District, Republican Jim Acklin has received more than $100,000 in campaign contributions from teachers' unions - a level of support normally reserved for Democrat candidates.
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GOP candidate gets more funds from teachers' unions in six weeks than last Dem candidate did in two election cycles
The source of funds into Republican Matt Hall's campaign coffers - labor organizations - historically and predominantly favor Democrats and left-wing causes.
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Illinois State Police reorganizes 'to better meet the needs of the public'
Illinois state Rep. Paul Jacobs (R) shared some changes to the Illinois State Police patrol structure Thursday in a Facebook post.
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Severin on education: 'Our kids deserve better'
Illinois State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) discussed the purpose and importance of a 2023 working group in an interview with SE Illinois News
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Windhorst: 'I'm grateful to Leader McCombie for her placing faith and trust in me'
Rep. Patrick Windhorst recently joined House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (Savanna) and several members of the House Republican caucus in Springfield to unveil their legislative priorities for the 103rd General Assembly.
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Rep. Niemerg: 'Our Second Amendment is not subject to a governor's political narrative or presidential aspirations'
Illinois Rep. Adam Niemerg and local sheriff’s departments held a press conference on January 26, speaking in opposition to the assault weapons ban that was passed, saying it is unconstitutional.
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Windhorst: 'Last night's decision validated many of the arguments that myself and others have been making'
Illinois State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R) released a statement regarding the halting of the SAFE-T Act's implementation to SE Illinois News.
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'It doesn't have to be this way': Bailey urges voter participation
In a Facebook post on Monday, gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey asked other people to get engaged during this election cycle.
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Bailey wants to tackle mental health care and crime: 'The time for talking is over'
Senator Darren Bailey said he thinks it’s time to take some action with respect to mental health care in Illinois.
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Illinois gas prices above $5 at pumps: 'It’s obviously no secret that gas prices are devastating families'
Gas prices have fluctuated in prices over the year in the United States, but now they’ll stay above $4.00 per gallon at the pumps.
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Niemerg: 'Inflation is out of control and the Democrats and the governor have done nothing'
Gas prices have fluctuated in prices over the year in the United States, but now they’ll stay above $4 per gallon at the pumps.
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Severin supports Windhorst: 'I was honored to join Senator Bryant and friends to show our support for Patrick!'
In a May 15 Facebook post, Rep. Dave Severin confirmed that he would no longer represent West Frankfort after the election, and demonstrated his backing for Rep. Patrick Windhorst at the West Frankfort Old King Coal parade.
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White County Republicans invited Bryant to Lincoln Day Dinner: 'Big crowd joining great candidates'
The White County Republicans invited Senator Terri Bryant to its Lincoln Day Dinner in midst of the primary elections.
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Windhorst on crime bill: 'Serious violent felons will be released 48 hours after arrest'
Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Harrisburg) said that Senate Bill 2364, a criminal justice reform measure, will not do anything remotely close to what its sponsors claim it will do.
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'Ignoring the problem won't solve it': Niemerg wants hearings, experts from other states to tackle rising Illinois pension debt
As the state's debt to its pension fund climbs to a staggering amount, now totaling over $500 billion, several lawmakers are raising the alarm and insisting that the issue be directly addressed.
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Severin co-sponsors bill on youth suicide awareness and prevention
A bill focusing on youth suicide awareness and prevention will move to the House Floor.
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Jacobs wants different approach to 'protect current retirees' as Illinois grapples with pension concerns
Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Carbondale) cannot see the logic in Democrats' potential renewed support for a progressive income tax plan, knowing voters are against such an idea.
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William Brady earns $96,500 working for the Illinois General Assembly during 2019
William Brady was ranked in the 88th percentile among public employees in Illinois in terms of pay in 2019, according to data gathered by the Illinois Comptroller Office.
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James Durkin earns $96,500 working for the Illinois General Assembly during 2019
James Durkin was ranked in the 88th percentile among public employees in Illinois in terms of pay in 2019, according to data gathered by the Illinois Comptroller Office.