Democrats plan partial workers' comp reform amid bickering
Democratic leaders in the House back away from Senate reforms, planning to attach proposals to a separate Democrat-named measure. Gov. Thompson denounces the move as secrecy and political maneuvering, threatening a veto if reforms are not meaningful. The House Rules Committee quits further action this session.
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House cut stance sparks retaliation as O NeaI may face budget slash
Lt Gov David C O Neal backing a plan to reduce the Illinois House by one third triggers threats of budget cuts from House members led by Rep John Matijevich D North Chicago. They argue senior citizens program ought to move to the Department on Aging and accuse O Neal of political maneuvering while voters decide the House size.
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