Auto pollution tampering harms air health and breaks law
Editorial warns that removing pollution controls or using leaded gas in unleaded cars raises emissions and harms performance, possibly increasing fuel costs and accelerating wear. The Chicago Lung Association notes tampering can reverse air quality gains, with laws banning such practices and a free leaded-gas test kit available by mail or phone.
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Chicago Lung Association
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Washington
Illinois moves toward nationwide public employee unionization surge
Pro labor legislation in Illinois authorizes collective bargaining for most government workers, triggering a rapid union organizing push. AFSCME and Teamsters mobilize, while teachers unions intensify efforts as Gov. Thompson contemplates SB 596. Analysts say the public sector lead could reshape labor power and politics across the state.
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Hank Scheff
American Federation of State
Illinois
James R. Thompson
Ilinois Education Association
Ilinois Federation of Teachers
Thompson
Public Employees Union
Organized Labor
Scheff
Robert Gibson
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IEA
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Copley News Service
Public financing bill could reshape Illinois gubernatorial campaigns
Springfield Illinois weighs a public financing bill for gubernatorial races after decades of debate. If Gov James Thompson signs, candidates would need 100000 to qualify and receive matched funds up to 1.5 million for primaries and 2 million for generals, with strict contribution and spending limits. The measure follows models in New Jersey and would require designating taxes to fund the program, shifting campaign finance dynamics statewide.
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Paul Simon
Paul Powell
Linois
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Copley News Service
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