Illinois House approves five gay rights bills in Springfield
The House Public Institutions Committee voted 9-4 to ban discrimination against homosexuals in private and public employment, credit, housing, and public accommodations, drawing about 200 supporters who filled the ornate chamber and urged civil rights protections.
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Transit plan stalled amid GOP split over oil tax rescue
Republican House lawmakers remain divided over Gov. James R. Thompson’s transit rescue proposal. After a private caucus, Rep. Thomas W. Ewing said there is no consensus and the plan is in a holding pattern. House leaders may restart talks or seek a compromise as Democrats push for amended revenue distribution and TFA reforms.
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