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    Jun 1, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  1. Gay marriage bill fails to go to vote in Illinois House

    SPRINGFIELD -- For Illinois' gay marriage proponents, it was supposed to be a historic week culminating in a collective "I do" from Springfield lawmakers.
    SPRINGFIELD -- For Illinois' gay marriage proponents, it was supposed to be a historic week culminating in a collective "I do" from Springfield lawmakers. Thousands tuned in to social media and live streams throughout the day Friday, sending tweets...

    Tags: Social Issues, Chicago Mayor, Illinois Governor, Gays and Lesbians, Springfield

    2. May 23, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  2. Quinn to decide whether birth control must be taught in sex ed classes

    — Illinois public schools that teach sex education would be required to provide students information about birth control under a measure sent to Gov. Pat Quinn on Wednesday.
    — Illinois public schools that teach sex education would be required to provide students information about birth control under a measure sent to Gov. Pat Quinn on Wednesday. The legislation is a departure from current policy, in which abstinence...

    Tags: Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Government, Illinois Governor, Pat Quinn, Students

    3. May 7, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  3. Senate leader counters with union-backed pension plan

    SPRINGFIELD — Senate President John Cullerton on Monday rolled out his latest proposal aimed at fixing the state's heavily indebted pension system, striking a deal with unions just days after House Speaker Michael Madigan pushed through a plan that's tougher on government workers.
    SPRINGFIELD — Senate President John Cullerton on Monday rolled out his latest proposal aimed at fixing the state's heavily indebted pension system, striking a deal with unions just days after House Speaker Michael Madigan pushed through a plan that'...

    Tags: John J Cullerton, Government, Michael Madigan, Pension and Welfare, Career and Workplace

    4. Feb 14, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  4. Illinois Senate approves gay marriage

    SPRINGFIELD — The Democratic-led Senate delivered a Valentine’s Day victory to gay and lesbian couples today, passing legislation for the first time that would allow same-sex marriage in Illinois.
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    SPRINGFIELD — The Democratic-led Senate delivered a Valentine’s Day victory to gay and lesbian couples today, passing legislation for the first time that would allow same-sex marriage in Illinois. The gay marriage measure now goes to the...

    Tags: Social Issues, Martin Sandoval, Tim Bivins, Chicago Mayor, William R. Haine

    5. Dec 30, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  5. Gay marriage vs. natural law

    When Illinois legislators approved civil unions last year, gay-marriage opponents turned to Scripture and church teachings to explain their resistance. But with state lawmakers poised to consider approval of same-sex marriage, Roman Catholic bishops and other advocates of traditional marriage have changed their tack.
    When Illinois legislators approved civil unions last year, gay-marriage opponents turned to Scripture and church teachings to explain their resistance. But with state lawmakers poised to consider approval of same-sex marriage, Roman Catholic bishops and...

    Tags: Family, Church and State Relations, Social Issues, Same-Sex Marriage, Gays and Lesbians

    6. Jan 3, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  6. New vote sought for Illinois gay marriage law

    — If anyone thought gay marriage legislation would pass easily in Illinois, the initial hiccup Wednesday in the state Senate illustrated how hard-fought the issue is likely to be every step of the way.
    Tribune reporters
    — If anyone thought gay marriage legislation would pass easily in Illinois, the initial hiccup Wednesday in the state Senate illustrated how hard-fought the issue is likely to be every step of the way. A bill to allow same-sex marriage did not...

    Tags: ABC (tv network), Republican Party, Social Issues, Chicago Mayor, Gays and Lesbians

    7. Dec 13, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  7. Supporters say they're close to passing gay marriage in Illinois

    SPRINGFIELD — Gay marriage supporters said today they have moved to “within striking distance” of collecting enough votes to pass a bill in early January.
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    SPRINGFIELD — Gay marriage supporters said today they have moved to “within striking distance” of collecting enough votes to pass a bill in early January. Sen. Heather Steans and Rep. Greg Harris unveiled plans to take up the measure...

    Tags: Family, Social Issues, Same-Sex Marriage, Chicago Mayor, Illinois Governor

    8. Apr 18, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  8. Glimpses of Illinois Medicaid cuts emerge

    Glimpses of a plan to slash spending on the state’s health care program for the poor emerged Wednesday, with preliminary ideas ranging from eliminating a discount prescription program for seniors to stricter eligibility requirements that would leave thousands without health care coverage.
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    Glimpses of a plan to slash spending on the state’s health care program for the poor emerged Wednesday, with preliminary ideas ranging from eliminating a discount prescription program for seniors to stricter eligibility requirements that would leave...

    Tags: Republican Party, Regional Authority, Government, Illinois Governor, Pat Quinn

    9. Apr 19, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  9. Quinn wants deep cuts, $1-a-pack cigarette tax hike for Medicaid

    Gov. Pat Quinn today outlined his plan to overhaul the state’s health care system for the poor, an approach that includes a $1-a-pack hike in cigarette taxes coupled with deep cuts that will sharply curtail services.
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    Gov. Pat Quinn today outlined his plan to overhaul the state’s health care system for the poor, an approach that includes a $1-a-pack hike in cigarette taxes coupled with deep cuts that will sharply curtail services. The governor repeatedly has...

    Tags: Illinois Governor, Career and Workplace, Health Treatments, Tom Cross, Medicaid

    10. Jan 31, 2012 | Chicago Tribune

  10. On the 'Scholarship' list in Springfield

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    Where do our lawmakers stand on the issue of legislative scholarships -- those tuition waivers that members of the state house and senate have traditionally been allowed to dispense to constituents? As part of the renewed effort to abolish that......
    11. Aug 16, 2011 | Chicago Tribune

  11. What they didn't teach you in civics class about how some bills become law

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    Q. Is there really "a little-known process" in Illinois government "in which the legislative leadership and special-interest groups determine which bills are debated and which ones aren't"? A. Kinda, yeah. The allegation comes from a recent Voice of the...
    12. Mar 30, 2010 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  12. Nursing home industry, advocates for elderly wrangle over changes

    Though nursing home operators and advocates for seniors have expressed support for an overhaul of Illinois' troubled long-term care system, sharp differences are emerging in Springfield over how much change is needed. The nursing home industry is balking...

    Tags: Mary E Flowers, Government, Michael Madigan, Illinois Governor, Lobbying

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