Rauner Pledges Quick Action On $38B Budget Plan
The Illinois General Assembly has approved a budget for the state — and Governor Bruce Rauner is indicating he’ll “enact” it into law.
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Audit Dings Rauner Administration For Lost Property, Vacant Appointments
Governor Bruce Rauner’s office has been criticized by a state audit.
Private School Official Says Tax Credit Scholarship Program Is Rushed
Private school scholarships for low-income students will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis, and the application process is set to open at the end of this month. At least one private school official says he wishes that launch date were delayed to give schools more time to educate staff and the parent community about the process.
Anti-Abortion Forces File Lawsuit Against Abortion Funding Law
A group of state lawmakers and anti-abortion groups filed suit against the state of Illinois Thursday. The Thomas More Society filed the suit, which is aimed at blocking a new law that will allow state money to pay for some abortions.
SB1 Sponsor Denounces Gov. Rauner Veto
State Senator Andy Manar says Rauner's veto of SB1 is an "all-out-assault" on public education.