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Illinois may lower the limit for DUI’s from .08 to .05.

Posted on February 14, 2026 by royfmc

Illinois lawmakers are currently considering a significant change to DUI laws that could impact thousands of drivers across the state. As of January 2026, Illinois House Bill 4333 proposes amending the Illinois Vehicle Code to lower the presumptive alcohol concentration … Continue reading →

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Illinois Statewide Bag Tax Being Considered

Posted on February 14, 2026 by royfmc

Illinois is considering a universal statewide bag tax, but a proposed bill (HB5112) seeks to introduce a 10-cent fee on all carryout bags starting Jan. 1, 2027, rising to 25 cents by 2030. Currently, taxes exist in specific locations, such … Continue reading →

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Legislation for Devices to Limit Speed Proposed in Illinois

Posted on February 10, 2026 by royfmc

New law: Speed limiting devices may soon be required in vehicles in Illinois. [Q: Should Illinois be able to require speed limits in vehicle ?] A new proposal in Springfield would require certain Illinois drivers to install speed-limiting technology in … Continue reading →

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Illinois Mileage Tracker Tax is Back on Legislative Agenda for 2026

Posted on February 8, 2026 by royfmc

The Illinois Mileage tracker tax is back. The new proposal includes a provision to have a tracker in applicable vehicles and 1.5 cent per mile tax. [Q: Good Idea or bad plan?] Senate Bill 3566 would establish a new Road … Continue reading →

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A Must Read for Illinois Landlords !!!

Posted on January 26, 2026 by royfmc

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? MUST READ, LANDLORDS & PROPERTY OWNERS 🚨 Starting January 1, 2026, Illinois landlords (yes — including Chicago) are required to add a new mandatory document to EVERY residential lease and renewal under the Safer Homes Act. … Continue reading →

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The Revival of America’s Rare Earth Industry

Posted on December 31, 2025 by royfmc

The U.S.-China trade war is turbocharging the revival of America’s rare earth industry. After Beijing’s export controls exposed U.S. vulnerability, public and private capital is pouring into domestic firms to build a secure supply chain.scmp.com/economy/global…US-China Tensions Fuel Revival of American … Continue reading →

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Twas the night before Christmas, and all through Chicago City Hall

Posted on December 27, 2025 by royfmc

‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through City Hall,Not a creature was stirring, not even a crawl.The budget was hung by the chimney with care,Knowing that no head tax soon would appear. The aldermen were nestled all snug in … Continue reading →

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$10,000 Fines For ICE Agents in Illinois

Posted on November 6, 2025 by royfmc

ICE agents could face $10,000 fines under a Democrat law approved in Springfield on Thursday. [Q: Is this new law good or bad for Illinois?] Illinois State Senator Craig Wilcox in his newsletter said: “House Bill 1312, legislation that further … Continue reading →

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Chicago Rides Free and You Get To Pay For It !!!

Posted on November 5, 2025 by royfmc

RTA and CTA customers will not see a fare increase because you are now paying for Chicago Mass Transit. Fare increases have been cancelled. The new Democrat Illinois transit bill that includes a 45 cent toll increase for non-transit riders … Continue reading →

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UPDATE ON BILLS THAT WERE PASSED By the Illinois General Assembly 10/31/2025

Posted on November 3, 2025 by royfmc

UPDATE ON BILLS THAT PASSED 10/31/2025Illinois Sets a New Low for Transparency – While you were sleeping, with no public vetting of the bill and at around 4 am, $1.5 billion in tax dollars was directed to bailout bankrupt transit, … Continue reading →

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