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More Anti-Family Legislation Approved by State Lawmakers
The regular session of the Illinois General Assembly ended at midnight on May 31st. When that deadline passed, Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago) called for a Special Session of the Illinois House in order to finish what they started--namely the expansion of immorality, exploitation of citizens with new fees and taxes, and irresponsible spending of state government. They finished "business" on Sunday.
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Tagged gasoline tax, Mark Batinick, Michael Madigan, SB 1939, SB 690, Special Session, U.S. Gambling Commission, vehicle registration fees, video slot machines
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Illinois State Senate to Vote on Gambling Expansion (SB 7) in Feb
The Illinois State Senate Gaming Committee recently heard testimony on SB 7, the massive gambling expansion bill. There were many questions from members of the committee asking sponsor Illinois Sen. Terry Link (D-Gurnee) to make changes to the bill. The Senate moved SB 7 to third reading so it can be called for a vote at anytime now. Illinois Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) filed Senate Amendment 2 to SB 7 to include slot machines at Chicago airports for passengers who at least 21 years of age and members of a private club.
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Tagged Christine Radogno, Dave Syverson, gambling, John Cullerton, Terry Link, video gambling, video slot machines
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Veto Session: Gambling Expansion in the Mix
The Veto Session is November 27-29, December 4-6, and possibly January 2-9, 2013. Governor Patrick Quinn (D-Chicago) told the Associated Press he believes a compromise on gambling is in the offing. State Representative Lou Lang (D-Skokie), sponsor of the massive gambling expansion bill (SB 1849) said House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago) has orchestrated discussions designed to lead to a deal.
According to an article in the Chicago Tribune, an override would have to start in the Illinois Senate, where SB 1849 received the minimum number of votes (30) for passage. Sponsors of the massive gambling expansion bill (SB 1849) …
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Tagged Gambling expansion, HB 744, Lou Lang, Michael Madigan, Patrick Quinn, SB 1849, video slot machines
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