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    May 18, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  1. Cullerton, Madigan square off with competing pension reform plans

    — As Illinois lawmakers weigh a pair of competing pension reform plans this spring, a big factor they're considering is how much each approach would save the beleaguered state treasury.
    — As Illinois lawmakers weigh a pair of competing pension reform plans this spring, a big factor they're considering is how much each approach would save the beleaguered state treasury. Illinois already spends more on government worker...

    Tags: Government, Michael Madigan, Pat Quinn, Economy, Business and Finance, Personal Income

    2. May 11, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  2. Illinois looking at revamp of sex education

    — For decades, some public schools in Illinois have taught only abstinence in sex education classes.
    — For decades, some public schools in Illinois have taught only abstinence in sex education classes. Now a proposal one step from the governor's desk would require that birth control information be included by schools that choose to teach about...

    Tags: Students, Birth Control, Public Schools, Family Planning, Tom Cross

    3. May 7, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  3. Rival pension measures could force showdown in Springfield

    — Senate President John Cullerton on Monday rolled out his latest proposal aimed at fixing the state's heavily indebted pension system, striking a deal with unions just days after House Speaker Michael Madigan pushed through a plan that's tougher on government workers.
    — Senate President John Cullerton on Monday rolled out his latest proposal aimed at fixing the state's heavily indebted pension system, striking a deal with unions just days after House Speaker Michael Madigan pushed through a plan that's tougher on...

    Tags: AFSCME, Labor Legislation, Government, AFL-CIO, Michael Madigan

    4. Apr 22, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  4. State of our unions

    The rings? Check. The guest list? Check. The marriage license? Well, that remains to be seen when it comes to same-sex couples in Illinois.
    RedEye
    The rings? Check. The guest list? Check. The marriage license? Well, that remains to be seen when it comes to same-sex couples in Illinois. While vocal opposition to same-sex marriage remains, more state politicians and organizations are backing...

    Tags: Government, Hampshire, Republican Party, Religion and Belief, Family

    5. Feb 14, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  5. Illinois Senate approves gay marriage

    SPRINGFIELD — The Democratic-led Senate delivered a Valentine’s Day victory to gay and lesbian couples today, passing legislation for the first time that would allow same-sex marriage in Illinois.
    Clout Street
    SPRINGFIELD — The Democratic-led Senate delivered a Valentine’s Day victory to gay and lesbian couples today, passing legislation for the first time that would allow same-sex marriage in Illinois. The gay marriage measure now goes to the...

    Tags: Labor Legislation, Rahm Emanuel, Religion and Belief, Martin Sandoval, Family

    6. Dec 13, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  6. Supporters say they're close to passing gay marriage in Illinois

    SPRINGFIELD — Gay marriage supporters said today they have moved to “within striking distance” of collecting enough votes to pass a bill in early January.
    Clout Street
    SPRINGFIELD — Gay marriage supporters said today they have moved to “within striking distance” of collecting enough votes to pass a bill in early January. Sen. Heather Steans and Rep. Greg Harris unveiled plans to take up the measure...

    Tags: Rahm Emanuel, Pat Quinn, Greg Harris, Family, Social Issues

    7. Dec 30, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  7. Gay marriage vs. natural law

    When Illinois legislators approved civil unions last year, gay-marriage opponents turned to Scripture and church teachings to explain their resistance. But with state lawmakers poised to consider approval of same-sex marriage, Roman Catholic bishops and other advocates of traditional marriage have changed their tack.
    When Illinois legislators approved civil unions last year, gay-marriage opponents turned to Scripture and church teachings to explain their resistance. But with state lawmakers poised to consider approval of same-sex marriage, Roman Catholic bishops and...

    Tags: Customs and Tradition, Separation of Church and State, Religion and Belief, Greg Harris, Family

    8. Jan 3, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  8. New vote sought for Illinois gay marriage law

    — If anyone thought gay marriage legislation would pass easily in Illinois, the initial hiccup Wednesday in the state Senate illustrated how hard-fought the issue is likely to be every step of the way.
    Tribune reporters
    — If anyone thought gay marriage legislation would pass easily in Illinois, the initial hiccup Wednesday in the state Senate illustrated how hard-fought the issue is likely to be every step of the way. A bill to allow same-sex marriage did not...

    Tags: Government, Rahm Emanuel, Republican Party, Religion and Belief, Personal Weapon Control

    9. Apr 18, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  9. Glimpses of Illinois Medicaid cuts emerge

    Glimpses of a plan to slash spending on the state’s health care program for the poor emerged Wednesday, with preliminary ideas ranging from eliminating a discount prescription program for seniors to stricter eligibility requirements that would leave thousands without health care coverage.
    Clout Street
    Glimpses of a plan to slash spending on the state’s health care program for the poor emerged Wednesday, with preliminary ideas ranging from eliminating a discount prescription program for seniors to stricter eligibility requirements that would leave...

    Tags: Regional Authority, Medicaid, Government, Republican Party, Pat Quinn

    10. Apr 19, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  10. Quinn wants deep cuts, $1-a-pack cigarette tax hike for Medicaid

    Gov. Pat Quinn today outlined his plan to overhaul the state’s health care system for the poor, an approach that includes a $1-a-pack hike in cigarette taxes coupled with deep cuts that will sharply curtail services.
    Clout Street
    Gov. Pat Quinn today outlined his plan to overhaul the state’s health care system for the poor, an approach that includes a $1-a-pack hike in cigarette taxes coupled with deep cuts that will sharply curtail services. The governor repeatedly has...

    Tags: Regional Authority, Government, Medicaid, Physical Therapists, Health and Medical Professionals

    11. Jan 31, 2012 | Chicago Tribune

  11. On the 'Scholarship' list in Springfield

    Change of Subject
    Where do our lawmakers stand on the issue of legislative scholarships -- those tuition waivers that members of the state house and senate have traditionally been allowed to dispense to constituents? As part of the renewed effort to abolish that......
    12. Aug 16, 2011 | Chicago Tribune

  12. What they didn't teach you in civics class about how some bills become law

    Change of Subject
    Q. Is there really "a little-known process" in Illinois government "in which the legislative leadership and special-interest groups determine which bills are debated and which ones aren't"? A. Kinda, yeah. The allegation comes from a recent Voice of the...
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