Lawmakers approve bill to regulate e-bikes, scooters
Age limits, speed limits and even driver’s licenses could be required for certain modes of transportation.
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Latin American history, pet custody bills advance in Springfield ahead of deadline
Lawmakers moving dozens of bills as the legislature enters final 6-week stretch.
Illinois House approves ban on junk fees, Pritzker’s abortion fund proposal
The House passed 133 bills this week ahead of next week’s deadline to move bills to the Senate.
Rental fee limits, detention center regulations among bills to pass House
The House passed more than 50 bills on Wednesday.
DHS Secretary Noem defends ICE tactics in second Illinois visit
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem says ICE agents are wearing masks as they face a 1,000% increase in assaults against them.
House approves new abortion protection, plan to ease college admissions
The Illinois House advanced dozens of bills on Monday, including a plan proposed by Gov. Pritzker to ease the college ...
With electricity price spikes coming, environmental and industry groups pitch reform
With electricity prices expected to spike this summer in norther Illinois, lawmakers are offering various proposals to keep prices low. ...
State lawmakers weigh TikTok’s value
Illinois officials react to changing dynamics over TikTok.
Worried about grid reliability, state officials seek to boost renewables, energy storage
Illinois officials look to address energy grid reliability, renewable energy delays, and surging demand with added storage and other solutions.
Recent incidents prompt heightened Statehouse security
Amid rising threats, Illinois Statehouse implements enhanced security screening measures for most visitors, causing potential delays.
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