The Illinois House plans to return on Thursday, September 9th for the purpose of considering legislative measures related to a comprehensive energy proposal. “I am pleased to see negotiations moving forward on a comprehensive energy proposal that prioritizes a...
Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch is pleased to announce the appointment of Justice Marcus Salone to serve on the Legislative Ethics Commission’s search committee. “Justice Salone is a man of integrity who brings with him a resume filled with...
The Speaker and Senate President are convening a special session on Tuesday, August 31 at 12 pm, for the purpose of considering legislative measures related to the legislative redistricting plan, pursuant to a Joint Proclamation. “Following the recent release of 2020...
“I am thrilled to see the U.S. Senate pass the bipartisan infrastructure deal. This is a monumental package that shows Washington can still work together, so I thank Senators Durbin and Duckworth for their leadership and contributions to reaching across the aisle....
“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka. I had the pleasure of meeting and discussing important issues for our working families with Rich just last week. Our nation owes a debt of gratitude to Rich for his tireless...
“For the first time in decades, Illinois has received not one, but two bond rating upgrades. I am incredibly proud of our state’s responsible financial choices that continue to improve our fiscal standing, as well as put hardworking Illinoisans and their...