Governor signs gun safety law at Sandburg High
Gov George Ryan signed the Child Access Prevention law in the Sandburg High gym promising stricter penalties for gun owners who do not lock or securely store firearms when children may access them. The act, effective Jan 1, carries at least $1,000 fines and possible jail or probation, with exemptions for valid FOID card holders and self defense.
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Illinois Lawmakers Back Tuition Tax Credits for Private Schools
State Rep Kevin McCarthy praised Gov George H Ryan for signing tuition tax credits aiding parents of private school students. The measure allows up to a 25 percent tax credit on education costs with a $2,000 cap, drawing support from supporters amid opposition from IEA and IFT who warn of potential state aid losses and constitutional concerns.
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