Workmen's compensation battles head to end of session
The Springfield session nears its close as both chambers prepare to floor debate proposed changes to workmen's compensation. Senate measures require insurers to offer workers compensation and ban policy cancellation after three years with no claims. House actions include a Democrat reform bill amid a GOP backlash and potential fierce floor fights with about seven amendments prepared.
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Illinois House OKs 4 Million More for Bilingual Programs
The Illinois House advanced a fiscal 1977 budget boosting bilingual education funds by 4 million over this year as part of an 872.5 million total for mandated special education. An amendment to cut bilingual aid to 19 million failed 69 to 93. The Senate had proposed 13 million for bilinguals. House actions also affected the governor’s consumer advocate and law enforcement budgets.
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Tokyo Rose figure Iva Toguri D Aquino rumored for pardon
Iva Toguri D Aquino known as Tokyo Rose now runs her family gift shop in Chicago amid ongoing speculation that a presidential pardon for her is under consideration.
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