2011 income tax hike drove wealthier Illinoisans to other states
2011 income tax hike drove wealthier Illinoisans to other states
The average income of people leaving Illinois shot up by $8,000 in the first year of the state’s 2011 income tax hike.
The “bargaining” table
The “bargaining” table
Quote of the day, August 10
Quote of the day, August 10
4 reforms to prevent abuse of discretion in child-welfare system
4 reforms to prevent abuse of discretion in child-welfare system
Child-welfare system reforms proposed in a new report from the Family Defense Center would prevent unjust findings of inadequate supervision.
Quote of the day, August 8
Quote of the day, August 8
Rauner’s 4 reforms to keep child care subsidy afloat for low-income families
Rauner’s 4 reforms to keep child care subsidy afloat for low-income families
Despite lacking a budget, Gov. Bruce Rauner is continuing CCAP for families currently receiving its services.
Why the White House is opening up about occupational licensing
Why the White House is opening up about occupational licensing
Licensing schemes are inconsistent in numerous ways, with some states imposing strict regulations on a profession while others don't require licensing at all.
Quote of the day, August 7
Quote of the day, August 7
Rats!
Rats!
Restorative justice means restitution for victims, cost savings for taxpayers
Restorative justice means restitution for victims, cost savings for taxpayers
Restorative-justice programs ensure that property-crime victims are compensated for their losses and reduce prison costs.
New transparency law expands public access to counties’ budget proposals
New transparency law expands public access to counties’ budget proposals
HB 2474 mandates that certain counties publicize new budget proposals and improves taxpayers’ access to local budget information.
Making Illinois smart on crime: First steps to reduce spending, ease offender re-entry and enhance public safety
Making Illinois smart on crime: First steps to reduce spending, ease offender re-entry and enhance public safety
First steps to reduce spending, ease offender re-entry and enhance public safety
Quote of the day, August 6
Quote of the day, August 6
Rauner signs law allowing ‘right to try’ experimental drugs
Rauner signs law allowing ‘right to try’ experimental drugs
The Right to Try Act will allow terminally ill patients access to experimental medical treatments.