01 Apr 2015

Governor Announces Appointments B.R. Lane to lead Illinois Lottery; John Holden to continue leading Dept. of Aging

By Catherine Kelly

CHICAGO - Governor Bruce Rauner announced today he has made appointments to two cabinet-level positions. The appointments include the Illinois Lottery, the Illinois Department of Aging and the Illinois Human Rights Commission.  

Name: B.R. Lane   

Position: Illinois Lottery Superintendent  

Governor Bruce Rauner announced he has selected B.R. Lane to become the next Superintendent of the Illinois Lottery. Lane's experience in the gaming industry and with regulatory matters in the public and private sectors make her uniquely qualified for the position.   

For nearly five years, Lane was the Manager of Regulatory Compliance at International Game Technology, a leader in computerized gaming equipment. Lane managed compliance in development and distribution of casino content and oversaw corporate gaming licenses. Lane also negotiated favorable regulatory treatment of a new gaming system in select markets, which generated $4 million in savings for the company, its affiliates and subsidiaries.   

Most recently, Lane was the Interim Director of the Gary/Chicago International Airport. She oversaw the entire organization to ensure compliance in the highly regulated aviation industry. In this role she was responsible for the competition of capital projects, business and legislative affairs, stakeholder relationship management and regulatory integrity.   

Prior to her work with the airport, Lane was the Chief of Staff for the City of Gary, Indiana. She oversaw all city departments from legal and finance to public safety. She negotiated a lengthy legal dispute with a casino interest, which resulted in $13 million to the city. She also developed and managed organizational key performance indicators to drive operational efficiency.    

Lane is a graduate of Morgan State University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in English. She earned a law degree from Harvard Law School and an M.B.A from the University of Memphis.     

   

Name: John Holton  

Position: Director - Department on Aging     

Governor Bruce Rauner has selected Director John Holton to continue leading the Department of Aging. He has served as the agency's director for the past three years.     

Holton's work for Illinois dates back to 2007, when he began working for the Illinois Department of Human Services. For three years, he was the Associate Director in the Division of Mental Health. Prior to that, he studied public health in Chicago's neighborhoods when he served as a site director for Harvard University School of Public Health's project on human development.     

Holton holds a Ph.D. in Human Development from Pennsylvania State University, a master's degree in Urban Education from the University of Hartford and a bachelor's degree from Howard University.     

   

Name: Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias  

Position: Chairman - Illinois Human Rights Commission    

Governor Bruce Rauner has appointed Rose Mary Bombela-Tobias to become the Chairman of the Human Rights Commission. Bombela-Tobias is the former Director of the Illinois Department of Human Rights. She was the first Hispanic to hold the position and the first Hispanic to hold a cabinet-level position.    

For more than 35 years, Bombela-Tobias has worked to improve diversity and treatment of minorities. She is currently a principal of the Global Diversity Solutions Group, which specializes in diversity consulting and multi-cultural workforce dynamics. Prior to this, she was the Director of Central States for SER - Jobs for Progress, the nation's largest Latino direct services organization.     

Before Bombela-Tobias' work in the private sector, she served the people of Illinois for 20 years in a variety of roles. Her most notable contribution was instituting the Minority and Female Business Enterprise Program. In addition to becoming the first Hispanic to lead the Illinois Department of Human Rights, she also worked for the Illinois Department of Central Management Services and the Illinois Department of Personnel. Bombela-Tobias was also the Special Assistant to the Governor for Hispanic Affairs under Governor Jim Thompson.

 

Bombela-Tobias has a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas-El Paso. She lives in Chicago.

 

 

 

Name: Hamilton Chang

Position: Commissioner - Illinois Human Rights Commission

 

Governor Bruce Rauner has appointed Hamilton Chang to the Human Rights Commission. He is the Vice Chair of U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk's Asian-American Advisory Committee and has been recognized in the Chinese community for his contributions.

 

Chang has more than 25 years of experience in finance and management. He led groups specializing in risk management. He is currently the Managing Partner of Ballparks of America-Branson, which is a youth baseball facility for 10-12 year olds. He also serves as a Trustee for New Trier Township.

 

Chang earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and a master's degree from the University of Chicago.



Name: Duke Alden

Position: Commissioner - Illinois Human Rights Commission

 

Governor Bruce Rauner has appointed Duke Alden to the Illinois Human Rights Commission. His experience in business and involvement with a number of non-profit organizations make him well-suited for the position.

 

Alden is extremely active in the Chicago community and currently is the Chairman of the Howard Brown Health Center, which works to eliminate disparities in health care experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana. He has also worked with Vital Bridges, an organization that helps men and women impacted by AIDS/HIV, and for CARPLS, which provides legal services to people who could otherwise not afford them.

 

Alden is currently the global leader of Information Governance for Aon. He oversees risk assessment and policy development to drive business efficiency, mitigate risk, and reduce spending. Prior to joining Aon, Alden was a strategy consultant for Huron Consulting Group where he assisted some of the world's largest companies in the areas of discovery strategy, process design and cost-savings.

 

Alden earned his bachelor's degree from Missouri State University and his law degree from Tulane University. He lives in Chicago.

 

 

 

Name: Nabi Fakroddin

Position: Commissioner - Illinois Human Rights Commission

 

Governor Bruce Rauner has reappointed Nabi Fakroddin to the Illinois Human Rights Commission. Fakroddin has served on the commission since 2010.

 

Fakroddin is a licensed professional and structural Engineer. He is past president of the Illinois Engineering Council and the Illinois Association of County Engineers. He is a member of the St. Charles Zoning Board of Appeals and a former member of the Western Illinois Regional Manpower and Planning Commission.

 

Fakroddin is the recipient of numerous awards, including American Public Works Association's Top Ten Public Works Leaders in the U.S. and a Distinguished Service Award from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying.

Fakroddin earned his bachelor's degree from Indiana Technical College. He lives in St. Charles.

 

 

 

Name: Robert Cantone

Position: Commissioner - Illinois Human Rights Commission

 

Governor Bruce Rauner has reappointed Robert Cantone to the Illinois Human Rights Commission. He has served on the commission since 2011.

 

Cantone is an attorney focusing on personal injury claims on behalf of people who have been injured due to motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, construction accidents, product defects and medical malpractice. Additionally, he has acted as an arbitrator for the Cook County Mandatory Arbitration program since 1990. He is also a member of the Chicago Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association and the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. 

Cantone earned his bachelor's degree from DePaul University and his law degree from Lewis University College of Law He lives in Orland Park.

 

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01 Apr 2015

KWQC-TV6 Leads February Ratings

By Erik VanWinkle

KWQC-TV6 swept the 2015 February ratings period, winning total Households in all Monday through Friday newscasts, which include Quad Cities Today, News at Noon, 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 10 p.m.  

In the key demographic sought by advertisers - Persons 25-54 - Quad Cities Today, KWQC News at Noon, and KWQC News at 10 posted ratings that more than double other newscasts in the market.   

Wheel of Fortune continues to be a ratings stalwart in prime access winning both total Households and Persons 25-54.

"These ratings are strong evidence of what we already knew - KWQC is the station people in the Quad Cities rely on to get their news," said KWQC-TV6 News Director Rich Kurz.  "We're honored to have earned the trust of our viewers, and we'll keep working our hardest every day to reward that trust."

 

While network morning shows are in a tight battle for ratings nationally, NBC's Today continues to be the network morning show of choice in the Q.C.A., winning not only total Household ratings but the key demographics of Persons 25-54 and Women 25-54 as well.

The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon rounds out KWQC-TV6's broadcast day winning both total Households and Persons 25-54 by more than double other network late shows on at that time.

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01 Apr 2015

Iowa State Fair Grandstand Tickets on Sale April 18

By Gary Slater

DES MOINES, IA (03/27/2015)(readMedia)-- Tickets for the much-anticipated Iowa State Fair Grandstand shows will go on sale Saturday, April 18, at 10 a.m. through all Ticketmaster outlets. The 2015 line-up is presented by U.S. Cellular.

In addition to the previously-announced star-studded line-up, ROCK-A-THON starring: Dee Snider, Dokken, Warrant, Firehouse and Eddie Trunk will take the Grandstand Stage Aug. 23 at 6 p.m. The rock festival's array of performers include leading front man Dee Snider of the heavy metal band Twisted Sister, and multi-platinum pop-metal band Warrant.

Print at home discounted admission tickets are on sale now at www.iowastatefair.org. Fairgoers can purchase gate admission tickets online and print their own tickets at no extra charge. Fairgoers can also purchase punch cards online and have them mailed to them directly for a nominal fee.

Tickets for all concert and track events will go on sale Saturday, April 18, at 10 a.m. through all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745-3000. All concert events are reserved seating; track events are general admission. Beginning July 6, the Fair's Ticket Office will be open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to Noon on Saturday for walk-up orders only (assuming tickets remain; no mail, phone or fax orders). Convenience charges will apply to all tickets. Grandstand tickets do not include Fair admission. Gate admission must be purchased separately.

A complete listing of event dates, times and ticket prices follows:

2015 Iowa State Fair Grandstand Line-up presented by U.S. Cellular

  • Thursday, Aug. 13 Casting Crowns with special guest for KING & COUNTRY 8 p.m. $32
  • Friday, Aug. 14 Justin Moore with special guest Easton Corbin, 8 p.m., $35
  • Saturday, Aug. 15 Def Leppard with special guests Styx and Tesla, 7 p.m. $53
  • Sunday, Aug. 16 REBA with special guest Caroline Kole, 8 p.m., $45
  • Monday, Aug. 17 Carrie Underwood with special guest Michael Ray, 8 p.m., $60
  • Tuesday, Aug. 18 To Be Announced
  • Wednesday, Aug. 19 Grand Outlaw National Tractor and Truck Pull sponsored by Iowa Farmer Today, 2 p.m.; $20 Adults, $10 children ages 6-11, free for ages 5 and under
  • Thursday, Aug. 20 Alabama and special guest Chris Janson, 8 p.m., $40
  • Friday, Aug. 21 To Be Announced
  • Saturday, Aug. 22 Meghan Trainor with special guest to be announced, 8 p.m., $40
  • Sunday, Aug. 23 ROCK-A-THON starring: Dee Snider, Dokken, Warrant, Firehouse and Eddie Trunk, 6 p.m., $30

"Nothing Compares" to the 2015 Iowa State Fair, August 13-23. The Fairgrounds are located at East 30th and East University Avenue, just 10 minutes east of downtown Des Moines. Discounted gate admission tickets are on sale now through our convenient print at home ticket option at www.iowastatefair.org. For more information, call 800/545-FAIR or visit www.iowastatefair.org.

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01 Apr 2015

MUNGER TO EXPEDITE STATE PAYMENTS TO ILLINOIS CHILD CARE PROVIDERS

By Rich Carter

Comptroller directs staff to make payments immediately

CHICAGO - Illinois State Comptroller Leslie Munger issued the following statement Friday following passage of legislation Thursday to plug the $1.6 billion state budget shortfall:

"The state's budget shortfall has caused significant hardships for child care providers, many of whom have gone more than six weeks without promised state payments for their services. We are working closely with the Department of Human Services to expedite payments so these providers can continue to provide vital services for children."

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01 Apr 2015

Smiddy Opens Office for Benefit Access Program Application Assistance

By Paul Ferraro
HILLSDALE, Ill. - To help senior citizens have easier access to state programs and services, state Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, is inviting seniors to use his office and staff as a resource to apply for the Illinois Department of Aging Benefit Access Program.
"Seniors in our community that are eligible for state benefits may lack the resources or technical skills to fill out the online application," Smiddy said. "I invite seniors in the community to utilize my office as a resource to complete the application for this helpful program."
The Illinois Department on Aging sponsors the Benefit Access Programs for seniors and disabled persons. The program offers accepted applicants free rides on public transportation and discounts on license plates with the Illinois Secretary of State. To be eligible for the program, applicants must be 65 years or older or be sixteen years or older and disabled, below the low income requirements and living in Illinois. Applicants should bring their Social Security number when applying for the program. Residents can call Smiddy's office and make an appointment on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The office is located at 201 N. Main St. Unit 2 in Port Byron.
"The Benefit Access Program offers seniors and disabled persons an opportunity to offset income limitations to their mobility," said Smiddy. "I believe their ability to access this program should not be limited by their access or skills with technology."
Eligibility for the program is good for two years under the program. For questions or to schedule an appointment, please call Smiddy's full-time constituent service office at 309-848-9098.
01 Apr 2015

Former U.S. Rep. Bobby Schilling Endorses Darin LaHood for IL-18

By Terry Schilling
PEORIA, IL--Today former U.S. Representative Bobby Schilling (R-Colona) announced his full support for Illinois State Senator Darin LaHood (R-Peoria) in his run for Congress to represent the Illinois 18th District.
"Darin LaHood is a principled conservative, a man of great character, and a true statesman. There is no doubt in my mind he will be an excellent representative in Congress for central Illinois," Schilling said. "Darin understands the challenges we face as a nation. As a State Senator, Darin worked to rebuild the middle class and promote policies to strengthen our economy and improve the lives of all Illinoisans.

"Darin will put the dignity of the human person at the center of his agenda in Washington. From protecting the innocent unborn to promoting working families, Darin will always do the right thing.
"Darin's conservative values are right for the Illinois 18th District and right for America. I'm proud to support him?he's done great things for the State of Illinois?and I look forward to seeing him take on a new challenge in Washington, D.C."
Bobby Schilling (R-Colona) was born and raised in Rock Island, Illinois. He has been married to his wife, Christie for 28 years and together they have 10 children. Schilling represented the Illinois 17th District in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2011-2012, serving on the House Armed Services Committee, the House Agriculture Committee, and the House Small Business Committee.
01 Apr 2015

Information Center Volunteers Needed

By Dr. Jeffrey Bassman

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

01 Apr 2015

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Friday Announcements - 03/27/2015

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

NEWSLETTER

The LeClaire Chamber of Commerce March 2015 Newsletter has been sent to all homes and businesses in the 52753 zipcode area! Go to www.leclairechamber.com to see it online.

 

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

 

Riverview Manor 17990 Spencer Road, Pleasant Valley, IA. A fifty bed skilled nursing home.  www.riverviewmanorqca.com 563-332-4600

 

RIBBON CUTTINGS!

March 27th - Grace Marine Grand Opening - Ribbon Cutting - 10:00 a.m. Grace Marine will celebrate its Grand Opening March 27-29. Come see the new showroom, 905 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire. Special incentives on all new inventory! Refreshments, door prizes, games. Bring the Whole Family!

 

April 11th - Unique Creations & Gifts Grand Opening - Ribbon Cutting - 10:00 a.m. Grand Opening April 10-12. We will be giving away several gift baskets and of course a couple of our unique chalk boards! 118 N. Cody Road, LeClaire. Everyone welcome!

SAVE THE DATE

 

April 3rd - First Friday in LeClaire 5-8pm.

Mississippi River Distilling Co. Fun food and cocktail sampling - Honey Whiskey is Back! 5:30-8p.m.

Wide River Winery - Wine tasting.

Faithful Pilot - Live Music - Jordan Danielson - 7:30p.m.

Restaurants and many shops open late!

 

April 4th - LeClaire Park Board's Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt! 11:00AM - l: 00 p.m., Hollyhock Park, LeClaire.

April 4th - Wide River Winery Easter Bonnet Contest Visit Wide River Winery, LeClaire 2-5pm and wear your favorite hat or bonnet to enter to win the contest. We will take your photo and post on Facebook for our "friends" to select the winner!

April 5th - Easter Sunday - Asbury United Methodist Church 3 worship times: 8:30, 9:50 and 11 a.m. Free Easter Egg Hunt for children between services. 1809 Mississippi Blvd., Bettendorf

April 5th - Bierstube Easter Brunch 7a.m. to noon. $13.95 adults, $7.95 ages 6-12. Children under 5 eat free. Reservations recommended - 563-289-2121

April 5th - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits Easter Brunch 10am & 12:30pm seating. Three courses for $35 per person. Call 563-289-4156 for reservations.

April 5th - Steventons Easter Brunch 10am - 2pm for $23.95. Children 12 & under are $11.95. Children 5 & under are free.  Please call ahead for reservations. 563-289-3600

 

April 15th - The Friends of the Library Annual Spelling Bee 6pm. This year's event will be taking place at City Hall (325 Wisconsin Street) to make more room for participants and their families.

 

April 18th - Blue Iguana will be open early at 10:00 am for Cars & Coffee.

 

April 18th - "Wine Hop" in Downtown LeClaire 4-6pm Enjoy samples of wine at participating businesses. Proceeds to benefit Christmas in LeClaire. Blue Iguana will be offering Sangria. Steventon's will have a table in Downtown Le Claire with samples of their finest wines. More details to come!

April 22nd - LeClaire Community Library - Adults Book Club 'My Name is Mary Sutter' by Robin Oliveira.

 

April 24th-25th LeClaire Girls' Getaway Weekend! Tickets $50 - Dinner at Steventon's, style show, door prizes, raffle giveaway, purchase raffle tickets to win a "LeClaire Basket" including Spa Experience for two, overnight stay at Grasshoppers B&B, dinner, and more. Goodie Bags, Sales, Giveaways and Promotions.  Money from the raffle will be donated to "Winnies Place". Seating is limited! Sign up and more information at www.leclairegirlsgetaway.com

April 24th - Steventons will be closed to the General Public to kick off the Girls Getaway Weekend with a special dinner and style show.

April 26th - Faithful Pilot - Blind Wine Tasting $15.00 for 15 wines from 3:00-5:00.  A Blind Tasting where the better you taste the wine, and guess the grape you get a better chance at wining prizes!

 

April 27th - Economic Development Meeting City Hall, 8:00a.m.

 

FYI

Princeton Community Center The fourth Wednesday of each month through October we will have An Afternoon of Euchre beginning around 12:30 p.m.  Anyone interested in lunch can meet at 11:30 a.m. and we will order from Go Fish (lunch is on their own) and have it delivered to the Center with Euchre to start after that. Zion Lutheran and Thrivent Financial are co-sponsors of the event.  There will be coffee and dessert included.  There will be no fee to play, just enjoy a fun afternoon near the Mississippi.

LeClaire Community Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG): Join our Youth Services Coordinator every 3rd Thursday of the month from 4-5pm for TAG. Help make the library improve their services and programs for teens AND earn service learning credits for school. Email Emily Arnold at eaarnold@leclaireiowa.gov for more details.

 

Faithful Pilot - April, May, June, July, and August

Mondays - Half Priced Martini's

Tuesdays - Tequila Tuesday $5.00 unique, and interesting tequila cocktails for $5.00

Wednesday - Half Priced Bottle of Wine Night

Thursday - $1.00 Oysters & Buckets of Beer on the patio

Saturday - Saturday Brunch 11-2 - yes Brunch is back at The Pilot on Saturdays

Sunday - reserved for wine tastings and private events.

Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

If you would like to attend a Chamber Board Meeting in order to present a topic, please contact the Board in advance at LeClaireChamber@gmail.com in order to be included an upcoming agenda. Board Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month, 8a.m. at LeClaire City Hall.

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Wednesday evening program: Halftime! For kids, 5-11 years old. It's half way through the week - and it's a time of fun for the kids. We meet from 5:30-7pm, every Wednesday - there is school, through May 6. We serve dinner, play games, have a lesson and a craft. Have your child join us for a week or two to see what we are doing. We are located across from Bridgeview Elementary School, at 200 South 12th street. For more information, call Pastor Melody at 563-381-7777.

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

PROPERTY LISTINGS

 

Riverview Apartment for Rent - Downtown LeClaire. One Bedroom. $1250/month. Call 563-940-3742 for more information.

Commercial Property for Sale 510 N. Cody Road. Contact William Robertson (563) 940-1517 billrobertson@ruhl-ruhl.com

Commercial Property for Sale 613-617 N Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Contact Jeff R. Heuer, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jheuer@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5107.

Commercial Property for Sale Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Description: contact John G. Ruhl, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jruhl@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5126.

Commercial Property Available Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? Please contact the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, leclairechamber@gmail.com, with a property description, complete contact information including phone numbers and rental or purchase pricing.

LECLAIRE EVENTS COMING UP!

April 4th - LeClaire Park Board's Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt

April 18th - Cars and Coffee on the Levee

April 18th - LeClaire Wine Hop!

April 24th-25th - Girls' Getaway Weekend!

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

April 14th -- El Rio - Lunch - noon

May 12th - Go Fish - Evening - 5:30-7p.m.

June 9th - Big Dave and Holly's - Lunch - noon

01 Apr 2015

Quad Cites Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

By Troy Sullivan

  1. The Memorial site is being remodeled.  Phase 1 of 3 should start next week.  We are using existing funds to complete phase 1, but will need support from the community to finish phase 2 and 3.  We accept tax deductible donations on our website and we are launching a campaign for the community to purchase engraved bricks to be placed at the remodeled memorial site.  Website:  www.qcleom.com.

  2. Adventure Christian Community Davenport Iowa.  This Sunday March 29, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.  The Quad Cities Law Enforcement Officers Memorial is naming Tony Liston as its Chaplin.  He is the pastor of the church and will be presented with a Chaplin badge.

Tony Liston has been on our committee for over a year and stepped in to replace Chaplin Curtis Fee after several years of service.  There are many great area Chaplin's, however one that is willing to step up, help plan, coordinate and work towards bringing all area Chaplin's together and work towards a combined training program, well you just don't see that as often.

  1. QC Police Memorial Service is on May 3rd 2015 at 1:30p.m.  This year it will be at Adventure Christian Community. (We rotate churches every year between both states). We always show a tribute video, the Honor Guard will post colors, bagpipes will play and a Solo will be performed by a local police Chief.

Immediately following the church service we will have a procession to the Justice Center in Rock Island Illinois where our memorial site is located. The names of the fallen officers will be read and a family member of officer or a fellow police officer will place a flower on a wreath in their memory.   Bagpiper and Taps, and hopefully a 7 gun salute. (In the event it appears it's going to rain during the Justice Center part of the service, the entire event will be held at Adventure Christian Community Church.  A decision will be made by 1:15 prior to the service.
01 Apr 2015

Governor Rauner Takes Bill Action

By Catherine Kelly
SPRINGFIELD - Governor Rauner took action on the following bills today:
Bill No.: HB 317
An Act Concerning: Appropriations
Action: Signed
Effective: Immediately
Bill No.: HB 318
An Act Concerning: Finance
Action: Signed
Effective: Immediately
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