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Illinois Bill Aims to Improve Electricity Bill Transparency

Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Dave Severin clears House committee with unanimous support.

Severin Legislation Aims to Improve Electricity Bill Transparency

Bill Clears House Committee with Unanimous Support

Illinois Senator Pushes Bill to Require Solar Developers to Cover Cleanup Costs

Proposed legislation would mandate surety bonds to ensure taxpayers don't foot the bill for decommissioning solar projects.

New SNAP Work Rules Threaten Benefits for Chicago Seniors, Caregivers

Federal changes require 80 hours of work or volunteering per month, posing challenges for vulnerable populations

Prominent Chicago Philanthropist Lists Lakefront Estate

The 17.2-acre property is located about 96 miles from downtown Chicago.

Springfield Moves to Expand and Rename Medical District

Proposed legislation would grow boundaries and economic focus of downtown healthcare hub

Illinois Senator Introduces Bill to Recover Inmate Incarceration Costs

Measure would allow state to pursue reimbursement from inmates with assets, easing taxpayer burden

Senate Honors YMCA's 175th Anniversary

Bipartisan resolution celebrates the organization's legacy in youth development, community service, and historic innovations nationwide.

Illinois Lawmakers Advance Bills to Protect Consumers from Subscription Traps and Buy-Now-Pay-Later Risks

State Senator Michael E. Hastings leads efforts to simplify subscription cancellations and increase oversight of emerging lending practices

Illinois Senate Republicans Unveil Plan to Combat Child Trafficking, Exploitation

New legislation would increase penalties and prevent plea deals for those accused of exploiting minors

Illinois Senate Committee Approves Broadband Expansion Bill

Despite opposition from the state's Farm Bureau, the proposal aims to improve internet access across Illinois.

Illinois Lawmaker Proposes Renaming Dan Ryan Expressway Segment After Rev. Jesse L. Jackson

Rep. Kam Buckner introduces legislation to designate portion of highway as 'Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Memorial Highway'

Senator Harriss Introduces Bill to Ensure Lawmakers See Cost of Legislation

New bill would require fiscal notes to be provided when requested by legislators.

Illinois Abortion Clinics Gain Renewed Support Despite Republican Pushback

Providers and advocates work to ensure access to abortion care despite new obstacles

Illinois Lawmakers Vote Against Sexual Harassment Disclosure

Reaction as St. Patrick Catholic School in Springfield closes

Illinois Proposes Lowering DUI Threshold to 0.05 BAC

New bill aims to join Utah as the only states with a lower legal limit for driving under the influence.

Senator Erica Harriss Calls for Affordability Policies Beyond Slogans

Harriss urges responsible budgets, tax relief, and energy policies to help Illinois families and seniors

Illinois Lawmakers Clash Over Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program

Democratic State Sen. Graciela Guzmán files bill to block program backed by Republican Rep. Travis Weaver

Illinois Considers Lowering DUI Limit to 0.05 BAC

Lawmakers aim to reduce drunk driving incidents with stricter blood alcohol content threshold.

Illinois Rep. Criticizes Governor's State of the State Address

State Rep. Joe Sosnowski says Pritzker ignored key issues facing Illinois

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