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More Money, Fewer Students: What the State Pays Per Student Is Soaring
More Money, Fewer Students: What the State Pays Per Student Is Soaring Here’s a number every Illinois taxpayer should sit with: in 2019, the state of Illinois put about $6,700 per student into education. Today that figure is roughly $9,700. … Continue reading →
Illinois Supreme Court Reviews Legality of Sex Offender Housing Restrictions
Illinois’ highest court is considering whether it is constitutional for the state to impose lifetime restrictions on where registered sex offenders can live. The case recently heard by the Illinois Supreme Court involves Martin Kopf, an Illinois resident who went … Continue reading →
Fact Check on No Cash Bail in Illinois
Fact Checking on No Cash Bail in Illinois People currently detained in jail will be released September 18False. A defendant currently being detained can petition the court for release. They’ll get a hearing where a judge will make a determination … Continue reading →
Those with Criminal Backgrounds Not Required to Reveal That Information under Certain Circumstances
Another last Friday bill signing by Gov. JB Pritzker: Bill Number: HB2826 Description: Prevents the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation from requiring self-disclosure of criminal background information when that information is not to be used against an applicant. Action: Signed Effective: January 1, … Continue reading →
Illinois—-New Multiple Taxes Update
5 New Illinois taxes that may be considered when the veto session in Springfield gets underway this fall: -vehicle Milage tax (with tracking devices)-$1.50 delivery/Package(Amazon tax)-Services Tax (haircuts, car repairs, doctors visits, etc)-Illinois ‘exit’ tax-$1.00 per day tollway tax “If … Continue reading →