Tag Archives: Taxation
The Flawed 2015 JCPOA with Iran Placed No Restrictions on Ballistic Missiles
The 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was sold as the definitive solution to the Iranian nuclear threat, yet it contained a fatal flaw: it placed no restrictions on the ballistic and cruise missiles required to deliver a nuclear … Continue reading →
Illinois Minimum Wage -$27/ Hour ?
Illinois Minimum Wage -$27 ? A proposal introduced by two Democrats would raise the minimum wage up to $27 an hour in Illinois. Are you ready to pay $25 for a Big Mac?  [Q: Do you favor an increase … Continue reading →
Illinois Tax Increase Score Card for 2026
2026 Tax Increase Scorecard: Illinois Politicians 2026 slogan: “We’re not happy, until you’re not happy” – Here are 5 new tax increases that Democrats in Springfield are proposing to make Illinois more ‘unaffordable.’ Fire Pit / Campfire Tax: Rep. Amy … Continue reading →
Future of Food Delivery If The Grocery Bag Tax is Implemented
Here is the future of food delivery in Illinois if the grocery bag tax is implemented. Food delivery to your porch will look like this. Plastic bags no longer allowed and groceries just sitting loose on your porch. The new … Continue reading →
Illinois may lower the limit for DUI’s from .08 to .05.
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 →
Illinois Statewide Bag Tax Being Considered
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 →
Defund Motor Vehicle “Kill Switches”
🚨 “JUDGE, JURY, AND EXECUTIONER”: Rep. Thomas Massie Moves to Defund Vehicle ‘Kill Switches’ 🚨 The battle for the future of your dashboard is heating up on Capitol Hill. Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY), joined by Scott Perry (R-PA) and Chip … Continue reading →
Twas the night before Christmas, and all through Chicago City Hall
‘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 →
UPDATE ON BILLS THAT WERE PASSED By the Illinois General Assembly 10/31/2025
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 →
Latest List 10/26/25 of 13 Taxes and Fees the Politicians May Approve this Week at Veto Session in Springfield
Here is a latest list of 13 taxes and fees the politicians may approve this week in Springfield to bail out Chicago. [Q: are you willing to pay more to help out our friends in Chicago? ] Illinois Democrats are … Continue reading →