Internet sales tax bill clears Senate amid tax shift debate
The Senate approved a broad online sales tax measure 69 to 27 with bipartisan backing and White House support. The plan would require Internet retailers to collect state sales taxes, boosting revenue for state and local governments while facing House resistance from conservatives wary of tax increases. Illinois could gain $212 million if Congress acts, per a 2011 Department of Revenue study.
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Illinois
Ameren Illinois recalls lessons from major storms
As the four year mark since the May 8 2009 derecho nears Ameren Illinois publicizes storm readiness. Officials highlight enhanced response planning mid cycle line inspections and proactive deployment of teams and five disaster recovery trailers across central Illinois ready to respond within hours.
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Ameren Illinois
Ameren
Southern Illinois Emergency Operations Center
George Justice
Southern Illinois Division
Justice
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Pension reform stalled as Illinois House and Senate clash
Illinois lawmakers debate overhauling underfunded pensions with two rival plans. Senate President Cullerton signals a union backed, choice heavy approach focusing on 3 percent COLA, health plan access, and higher employee contributions, while House Speaker Madigan backs a non choice version. A vote could come by Thursday amid pressure to pass a constitutional reform.
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Illinois Senate
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John Cullerton
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Cullerton
House
Michael Madigan
Linda Holmes
Daurora
Patriot Coal seeks large health and pension cuts in bankruptcy
In St Louis Patriot Coal Corp faces a judge decision on slashing thousands of retirees benefits as part of its Chapter 11. Union leaders warn workers may strike if the ruling favors the company. Judge Kathy Surratt States has until May 29 to rule after a five day hearing.
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Peabody Energy Corp
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Kentucky
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Big Ridge Inc
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