Senate president opposes farm chemical tax plan
Senate President Emil Jones announced he will not support a budget that includes a sales tax on farm chemicals feed and seed. He says repealing exemptions would harm Illinois farmers while provide little revenue. The debate pits farm groups against the governor and highlights tax and budget pressures.
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State officials clash over borrowing tactics in Illinois
Springfield debate among Gov. Blagojevich budget chief and lawmakers centered on bonds use. Hynes warned against debt spikes and no spending cuts, while Filan argued debt will grow but is a budgeting tool amid deficits and Medicaid backlog.
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