SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To create jobs and stimulate the sale of goods manufactured in Illinois and America, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is leading efforts to require the state of Illinois to prioritize the purchase of Illinois and American-made products. “When we...
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – Hoping to deter businesses from moving operations out of Illinois, state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, is introducing legislation that will disallow any business that moves jobs out of state from qualifying for any state economic assistance and...
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – In an effort to highlight the importance of buying locally-made products, state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, is sponsoring legislation that will require state agencies to purchase vehicles made in the United States or Canada. “At a time in...