Richmond proposes $6 million SIUC business incubator
State Rep. Bruce Richmond proposes a $6 million business incubator program for Southern Illinois University Carbondale as part of Build Illinois. He argues incubators reduce startup costs by sharing services, with SIUC suited to vocational training needs, while acknowledging the plan’s uncertain fate amid mass amendments.
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Thompson vows cuts to Build Illinois pork projects
Governor James Thompson says lawmakers will drop many pork-barrel projects attached to the Build Illinois public works program before it becomes law. The House approved a bill funding the program with about 1 billion in projects, but Thompson expects further trims and a tax plan to pay for it. He spoke to the Illinois Manufacturers' Association, noting the bill is larger than his proposal and lacks revenue.
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Illinois House boosts Health funds in public health budget boost
The Illinois House approved a 2.3 million boost to the Department of Public Health as part of a 198 million public health budget. The action funds dairy inspections and lab work, expands retail food store inspections, and improves communication among local health officials. The vote was 74 to 34 and sent to the Senate.
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