Dupage Policy Journal

Pressure causes ATF to retract ammunition ban

By Mark Reccek | Mar 11, 2015

Pressure asserted on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) by U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) and 237 of his colleagues has caused the ATF to retract its plan to ban popular and commonly used ammunition for sporting and home protection firearms.

Mayor Broda requests preservation of state budget

By Amanda Rupp | Mar 10, 2015

Mayor Broda recently requested that Gov. Rauner preserve the state budget without removing any revenue.

Downers Grove prepares for any state revenue cuts

By Mark Reccek | Mar 10, 2015

The Village of Downers Grove has taken steps to prepare for the possible loss of state revenue, as outlined in the village's "Long Range Plan for 2013-2015." Under Gov. Bruce Rauner's proposed 2015-16 budget, the village would see a reduction in Income tax distribution to local governments by 50 percent.

Cullerton calls on federal government to conduct O'Hare noise study

By Mark Reccek | Mar 10, 2015

Senator seeking petition signatures urging EPA, FAA to take action.

Clean Slate candidates call for College of DuPage audit

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Mar 10, 2015

College of DuPage Vice-Chairman Kathy Hamilton and the “Clean Slate” reform college trustee candidates aligned at a Tuesday morning press conference in declaring their support for a state audit of the college. Fourteen members of the Illinois General Assembly wrote to the college last week calling on it to agree to the costs and terms of cooperation of the State Auditor General.

Clarendone Hills unveils new budget

By Mark Reccek | Mar 9, 2015

The Village of Clarendone Hills budget for 2015 and 2016 is now available for public viewing.

Rep. Sandack joins school funding task force

By Amanda Rupp | Mar 9, 2015

State Rep. Ron Sandack (R-Downers Grove) has been selected to join a bipartisan task force that will evaluate the adequacy and equity of the school funding formula.

Pike appointed to fulfill remaining District 5 term

By Mark Reccek | Mar 9, 2015

The Village of Lombard has a new trustee.

Ives introduces legislation requiring 14 day posting of labor agreements

By Mark Reccek | Mar 9, 2015

State Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-42nd) has introduced a house bill that will improve transparency and citizen access to government activity.

DuPage state reps calls on College of DuPage Board President to conduct finance audit

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Mar 6, 2015

A bipartisan group of Illinois state representatives sent a letter on Thursday to College of DuPage Board Chairwoman Erin Birt on Thursday seeking an audit of the College of DuPage.

Bensenville receives national budget award

By Mark Reccek | Mar 6, 2015

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada honors village.

Connelly calls for greater budgetary transparency at local, state levels

By Mark Reccek | Mar 6, 2015

Senator's bills will provide the public more time to view county and state budgets.

Hultgren cosponsors bill expanding homeownership options

By Mark Reccek | Mar 5, 2015

U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren (D-Ill.) has cosponsored the Portfolio Lending and Mortgage Access Act. H.R. 1210 offers relief to mortgage lenders such as community banks and credit unions from unnecessary regulations that increase costs and reduce the availability of consumer home mortgages.

Expanded VA caregiver program bill introduced by Durbin

By Mark Reccek | Mar 5, 2015

U.S. Sens. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) have introduced the Veterans Affairs Family Caregivers Expansion and Improvement Act.

Kotowski praises Senate panel OK of child-care aid bill

By Mark Reccek | Mar 5, 2015

State Sen. Dan Kotowski (D-28th) said on Thursday that he greatly appreciates the Senate Appropriations I Committee, on which he serves, advancing S.B. 274, aimed at diverting approximately $280 million in funds typically set aside for special interests to provide child care for working parents.