Lawmakers at the end of session try to appease both sides in drug pricing controversy
Federal drug discount program becomes an issue for state lawmakers.
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Insurance regulation bills clear General Assembly
The governor issued a statement saying he would sign the bills.
Session cheat sheet: What’s ahead as Illinois General Assembly nears its conclusion?
AI, budget, Bears, BUILD, credit cards, drugs and data centers among measures still in limbo.
Giannoulias pushes Chicago mayoral conversations off to after session
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said Tuesday that he’s “focused right now on finishing the session” but acknowledged that ...
Illinois pursues abortion coverage for people with little or no insurance
The measure would allow people with limited or no insurance to get financial assistance for abortion care in Illinois.
Lawmakers advance Pritzker’s cell phone ban, social media regulations
Many bills advanced out of House committees are expected to be amended and further negotiated in the coming weeks.
Insurance bill combining homeowners and auto regulation passes House, awaits Senate action
Gov. JB Pritzker initially called for rate review authority over homeowners insurance last summer.
Bill to regulate homeowners insurance rates could reemerge this session
State lawmakers could take a second swing at regulating homeowners insurance rates.
Illinois lawmakers’ 2026 theme: affordability
Illinois lawmakers will look to address cost of living issues, insurance costs and datacenters during the 2026 spring session.
Illinois extends enrollment deadline for health insurance plans beginning Feb. 1
The previous deadline for Feb. 1 enrollment was Jan. 15.
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