Find and contact your Illinois state senator, house representative …
WEBUse the maps to find the legislators representing you. You can search for Illinois state senators, house representatives and Chicago alderman.
Policy Research - Illinois Policy
WEBIllinois drivers are expected to pay nearly $2 billion in state gas taxes by the end of the year, more than twice what they paid before Gov. J.B. Pritzker took office and doubled the tax. Pritzker ...
Illinois Policy
WEBCandidate survey: who is running for Chicago School Board? More than a dozen candidates filled out an Illinois Policy questionnaire to give voters a better idea of who is running for office.
How to use Illinois’ new permanent vote-by-mail system
WEBAug 10, 2022 · There are three ways you can request a vote-by-mail application and return it to your local election authority. First, complete an application to vote by mail online if your local election ...
What is Amendment 1, an Illinois constitutional amendment on …
WEBCHICAGO (Nov. 8, 2021) – In one year, on Nov. 8, 2022, Illinois voters will determine the fate of Amendment 1, a ballot measure that would enshrine collective bargaining rights in the Illinois ...
Everything Illinoisans need to know about the SAFE-T Act
WEBNov 18, 2022 · Here is a summary of some of the changes to the law beyond cashless bail: Police reforms. The SAFE-T Act implements several reforms to how policing is done in the state and how police officers are ...
Everything you need to know about Illinois unemployment
WEBSep 13, 2021 · 6/23/21: Illinois lost jobs in May as the state’s workers found themselves facing a tougher job hunt than workers in other states. Illinois unemployment fund faces potential $8 billion deficit ...
Frequently asked questions about voting in Illinois
WEBOct 29, 2020 · Answer: Yes. Simply bring in your mail-in ballot to your polling place and exchange it for an in-person ballot. Question: I’m not sure if I’m registered. Can I still vote? Answer: Eligible ...
Where to vote early in Illinois
WEBOct 7, 2020 · Simply click here and enter your information. Voting early is a good way to cast your vote in person yet avoid crowds and make sure your voice is heard by Nov. 3. It gives those worried about mail ...
One in 1,000 Chicagoans was a victim of gun violence citywide in …
WEBAug 14, 2023 · PRESS RELEASE from the ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE. CONTACT: Micky Horstman (312) 607-4977. One in 1,000 Chicagoans was a victim of gun violence citywide in 2022Shootings in Chicago were up 32% from ...