Millionaire tax amendment fails to gain enough support from House Democrats
Revenue from the tax would have been divided between property tax relief and K-12 education
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House approves redistricting amendment, fearing federal Voting Rights Act will be eliminated
Lawmakers could also consider an amendment to create a new tax on millionaires.
Illinois farmers ease critical labor shortages through this agricultural visa program
Illinois farms benefit by hiring foreign workers to do jobs Americans don’t want.
State looks to expand manufacturing training at community colleges
Illinois is looking to expand manufacturing training academy program to address a labor shortage in the industry.
Trump cuts could shrink Illinois economy by $10B: report
Tariffs are also hurting economic activity, according to new reports released by the governor’s office.
As budget tightens, report finds Illinois better prepared for recession than in recent past
A report highlights Illinois' improved fiscal position, credit ratings, and economic strategies to better manage future recessions compared to past ...
South suburban airport could bring over $1B in economic activity, per report
Local political leaders frustrated with parts the project, divisions remain on its future
Unions look to state for solutions after year of higher ed labor action
Report finds public university employees paid 21% less than state agency workers in similar jobs
Ahead of amendment vote, union membership grows in Illinois
As voters in Illinois prepare to decide on a state constitutional amendment that would guarantee workers the right to organize, ...
Study: State’s broadband investment will help address ‘digital divide,’ ‘pay for itself’
A $400 million investment in broadband internet infrastructure approved by Illinois lawmakers in 2019 could pay for itself by added ...
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