The latest funding cycle for the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) provides resources to communities with needed infrastructure upgrades. Administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), projects that are acceptable under this program include walking trails, biking paths, community appearance enhancements, and other upgrades that […]
Once again, Illinois is losing jobs and economic opportunities as failed policies under Governor Pritzker and the Democratic Supermajority continue to fuel an affordability crisis that is making it harder for families and businesses to stay in the state. Tyson Foods has announced the closure of […]
Governor JB Pritzker’s and his Administration are facing renewed scrutiny over its handling of taxpayer dollars after a new state audit found that the Illinois Emergency Management Agency-Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) paid tens-of-millions of dollars to outside contractors for employees to be on standby and […]
Despite new federal data showing Illinois’ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) error rate continuing to climb, the Pritzker Administration has launched a program offering one-time payments to certain households that recently lost their SNAP benefits, with a cost of $70 million to taxpayers for fiscal year […]
Bipartisan legislation seeking to expand recognition for Illinois veterans was recently signed into law. House Bill 4385 allows eligible veterans and military honorees to receive a second set of military specialty license plates under the same eligibility requirements as their first set. Previously, Illinois law limited eligible veterans […]
Legislation to strengthen standards for Illinois assisted living facilities was signed into law on July 24. House Bill 3392 updates the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act by improving the admission process for new residents, modernizing care standards, and strengthening accountability for facilities. The law requires […]
Recently signed legislation makes it easier for consumers to use cash for common, everyday purchases. House Bill 4592 creates the Retail Cash Payment Act, requiring businesses such as gas stations, grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants to accept cash for in-person transactions under $500. The law is […]
Legislation was recently signed into law to strengthen transparency and accountability in DCFS investigations involving allegations of child abuse or neglect. House Bill 4242, sponsored by Senator Darby Hills, amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act by requiring DCFS to include additional information in written […]
The Illinois Department of Agriculture is encouraging food and agricultural businesses to showcase their products at the inaugural Illinois Product Expo – Chicago, taking place on October 16 and 17 at the Isadore & Sadie Dorin Forum in Chicago. The two-day event is expected to attract […]
Three new laws have been signed to better support Illinois veterans and service members by making it easier to return to college after military service, strengthening recruitment for the Illinois National Guard, and improving access to mental health resources for veterans. The new laws include: · […]