Government
Editorial: Ives – "Speaker Madigan and his Democrats play political games"
If you’re a suburban homeowner, chances are you pay a higher property tax rate than someone living in Hawaii or New York.
State Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Ill.)
Recent News About State Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Ill.)
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Ives fights for more transparency in union contracts with Illinois entities
When the union forms a contract, in most instances the Illinois tax payers are left in the dark until it is agreed upon.
Government
Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 42nd House District
Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners over 20 to one in the 42nd Illinois House district, according to a DuPage Policy Journal analysis.
Government
Ives says U of I 'segregating' students by background, ignoring merit
The University of Illinois has programs aimed at being inclusive for students, staff and people of all races, cultures and backgrounds, but, state Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) said being inclusive does not necessarily mean being productive.
Government
Ives seeks more details before supporting I-290 congestion-reduction project
State Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) wants more details before passing judgment on the state transportation secretary's plan to address congestion issues on the Eisenhower Expressway.
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Ives slams safe spaces, crying sessions for college students after election
Iowa State Rep. Bobby Kaufmann (R-Wilton) has proposed a “Suck it up, Buttercup” bill that seeks to place a scrutinizing eye on safe spaces and cry rooms for college students who cannot cope with reality.
Government
Ives: Economic outcome of reforms in proposed budget plan 'not going to move the needle one bit'
Illinois Senate leaders are reportedly still negotiating the proposed budget plan that would raise the personal income tax rate to at least 4.95 percent.
Government
Opinion: Illinois held hostage to a Grand Bargain
No one should be surprised that group think instead of rational choices surround the 13 interconnected bills of the “Grand Bargain.”
Government
Think tank, state reps propose Budget Solutions 2018 plan to close $7.1 billion deficit
The Illinois Policy Institute is proposing a budget conservative group leaders contend would put an end to the state’s nearly two-year impasse, closing a $7.1 billion deficit without adding any new taxes.
Business
Ives honors hero to homeless veterans
Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) took a moment out of a busy House floor debate recently to Robert Adams of Winfield, an Illinoisan who has helped hundreds of homeless veterans through his charitable work.
Government
Ives wants answers at Mautino hearing
The Edgar County Watchdogs recently reported that Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino is being deposed in connection with a complaint filed by David Cook that led to state and federal investigations into Mautino’s campaign spending during his tenure as state representative.
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Two state reps demand ouster of Auditor Mautino
Reps. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) and Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) say Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino should resign or be removed from office following his continued refusal to answer questions related to campaign investigations at a State Board of Elections hearing.
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Ives mocks bill: Want out of Illinois? It'll cost you
Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) took to the House floor on Monday to urge the state to erect a wall around its borders and grab back pension, education and other payments if anyone tries to leave.
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Business
Ives strengthens push for Mautino ouster
Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) reiterated her call for Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino’s resignation in an interview after the State Board of Elections hearing on Mautino’s questionable campaign contribution spending recently.
Business
Ives counting on Rauner to stop abortion bill
Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) said she did all she could to stop House Bill 40 and now must count on Gov. Bruce Rauner to stay true to his word and veto it if it lands on his desk.