Toll rights bill advances on tollway issues in Illinois
Legislation to regulate the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority moves to governor Edgar, aiming to protect property owners along proposed toll routes. Sponsors Kosel and Schoenberg say the measure creates a level playing field for land acquisitions, while the authority warns it may raise costs and impose stricter standards.
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Lawmakers push toll accountability rights bill in Illinois
Springfield lawmakers led by Rep. Renee Kosel and Sen. William Mahar press a toll corridor rights bill. It would force the toll Authority to meet equal land standards, require public hearings every decade, mandate negotiated property purchases, require dual appraisals, and cap costs for supplemental housing and legal fees. The bill also calls for public hearings on rate hikes and local advisory committees for expansions in affected counties.
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Voters decide on judge discipline panel amendment in Illinois
Springfield voters will consider a constitutional amendment to expand the Illinois Courts Commission by adding non judge members. The proposal passed both chambers and requires majority support in November to amend the constitution. If approved, the seven member panel would include appointees from the Supreme Court, appellate court, the governor, and two citizens.
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