Illinois residents can expect to see improved safety measures for children and Internet users in 2018 with new laws that help protect children in the

1. Bail Reform Act of 2017 and State RICO Extension (SB 2034/PA 100-0001): Grants a right to counsel at bail hearings, provides for mandatory bail re-hearings

SPRINGFIELD – As 2017 winds to a close, legislative action for the year may have wrapped up, but Illinois citizens will begin 2018 with more

Slight Improvement in Jobs A recent report by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) indicates a slight drop in the state’s unemployment from 5.0%

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Legislation addressing sexual harassment complaints and providing tax credits for flood victims was signed into law by the Governor during the week.

SPRINGFIELD, IL – On November 4, the Legislative Ethics Commission appointed a new Inspector General, and both chambers took up legislation during the week seeking

State lawmakers return to Springfield Nov. 7 for the final days of fall veto session. Lawmakers are expected to take up several pieces of new

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Lawmakers returned to the Capitol this week for the Fall Veto Session with some controversial matters to consider. In addition to consideration

SPRINGFIELD, IL –Lawmakers are preparing to return the Capitol next week for the beginning of the annual fall veto session, which could result in action

SPRINGFIELD, IL – This week, legislation was introduced in the Senate and the House banning the use of taxpayer dollars to finance elective abortions. The