Illinois votes to repeal subsidy for large incinerators
The General Assembly repealed the subsidy for large waste incinerators after three years of debate, with Gov. Edgar expected to sign. Critics warned of bond defaults and lawsuits, while opponents pressed to keep support for smaller methane gas plants. The House and Senate margins surpassed the needed votes.
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Chicago
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Raica
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Ilinois
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Dan Cronin
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Eileen Lyons
LaGrange
Governors State of the State Address Draws Positive Reaction
lawmakers praised Governor Edgar for education priorities and welfare reforms. They noted his proposals on charter schools school funding reform and accountability while avoiding mention of Peotone airport. Several reps urged action on financing reforms and college savings plans as districts face deficits and tax pressures.
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Thous
Chicago
Peotone
Edgar
Eric Robinson
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General Assembly
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Dmaram
Bagar
Patrick O'Malley
O Malley
O'Malley
Ormula
Mahar
Borland
Edgars
Ge Repetcane
Sol Ols Republicaan Pela
Tate
John Doody
R Homewood
Ed Zabrocki
Doody
Larry Weinlund
New Lenot
Bans
Nover
Wennlund
Will County
Weinlund
Bloom
Bloom Township
Fis
Geigar
Ciarlo
Somer vows to stay in 2nd District race against Jackson Jr.
Chicago Heights attorney T J Somer says he will remain a candidate for the 2nd Congressional District for March's primary, continuing to file petitions and rely on a grass roots, low profile campaign. He notes Reynolds’ conviction and says he sees broad support since December, while acknowledging the race's difficulty and the chance to stay on the ballot through August if needed.
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Thomas
T.J
Somer
Chicago Heights
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GOP
USS
Jesse Jackson Jr
Chicago
Jackson
Mel Reynolds Reynolds
Dalton
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