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Suburban opposition to larger state transport plan heads to vote
AP reports suburban lawmakers warn they lack clout to block Gov James Thompson and Chicago Mayor Jane Byrne as they push a bigger transportation financing package. Thompson seeks 107 House votes and 36 Senate votes to override a three fifths threshold, with a potential Sept. 4 special session. Representative Madigan and GOP Leader Ryan say votes exist to approve immediate effect.
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