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Thursday, November 21, 2024

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Sean Casten addresses key issues on education support and transgender rights

Representative Sean Casten shared insights on various issues via social media posts dated November 20, 2024.

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 20, 2024

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Bensenville residents rank 81st in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for August

Bensenville residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 81st in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 19, 2024

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Sean Casten addresses constituent aid and legislation on clinic access

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 19, 2024

In recent social media posts dated November 18-19, Rep. Sean Casten highlighted his office's role in aiding constituents with federal agency navigation and condemned hate crimes against Palestinians in Illinois communities.

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Sean Casten urges Biden to sanction Netanyahu's government officials over West Bank issues

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 18, 2024

U.S. Congressman Sean Casten has called for sanctions against certain Israeli officials due to rising tensions in the West Bank as expressed through tweets dated November 17-18, 2024.

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Bill Foster discusses healthcare enrollment and community projects

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 18, 2024

Congressman Bill Foster updated constituents via Twitter on November 18 about healthcare discussions at VNA Health Care and federal funding achievements for Hesed House's new adult shelter project.

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Rep. Sanalitro joins nationwide observance of National Adoption Month

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 18, 2024

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) is joining communities across Illinois and the nation in observing November as National Adoption Month.

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Amy Grant supports Alzheimer's awareness month initiatives in Illinois

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 18, 2024

State Representative Amy Grant of Illinois is acknowledging National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month this November.

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Rep. Sean Casten criticizes Chris Wright's nomination as Secretary of Energy

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 17, 2024

In a series of tweets posted on November 17, 2024, Rep. Sean Casten expressed concern over Chris Wright's nomination as Secretary of Energy due to Wright's alleged denial of climate science and prioritization of energy producers' interests.

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Oak Brook responsible for 30th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 14, 2024

Oak Brook residents paid $2.2 million in sales taxes, the 30th highest total paid per municipality in August.

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Deadline extended for Illinois motorists to switch to I-PASS stickers

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 14, 2024

Illinois motorists have been granted additional time to transition from transponders to I-PASS stickers.

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Rep. Sanalitro invites public to donate for holiday drive

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 14, 2024

There is still time to contribute to Representative Sanalitro's 2nd Annual Holiday Good and Coat Drive.

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Deadline extended for Illinois motorists switching to I-PASS stickers

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 14, 2024

Illinois motorists have been granted an extension to transition from transponders to I-PASS stickers.

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Rep Grant emphasizes importance of community engagement

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 14, 2024

Great conversations with neighbors strengthen the community, according to a recent statement.

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West Chicago ranks 96th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during August

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 10, 2024

West Chicago residents paid $923,684 in sales taxes, ranking 96th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

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Oakley on election day issues: ‘I'm working with a group to catalyze a citizens' assembly in Illinois’

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Nov 10, 2024

Following the Nov. 5 election, former Winfield trustee Angel Oakley is speaking out about ongoing issues with Illinois’ election process, stressing the importance of improving public trust and accountability in the system.

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Downers Grove residents paid 32nd-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during August

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 9, 2024

Downers Grove residents paid $2.1 million in sales taxes, the 32nd highest total paid per municipality in August.

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Prairie State taxes: Villa Park residents rank 93rd in total sales taxes paid for August

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 9, 2024

Villa Park residents paid $949,219 in sales taxes, ranking 93rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

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Prairie State taxes: Woodridge residents rank 75th in total sales taxes paid for August

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 8, 2024

Woodridge residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 75th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

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Senator calls for timely release of mail-in ballot data in DuPage County

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 8, 2024

State Senator Seth Lewis has raised concerns about the transparency of mail-in ballot data release in DuPage County following the recent election.

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Sanalitro launches annual food and coat drive in Carol Stream

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 8, 2024

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) has initiated her 2nd Annual Food and Coat Drive in Carol Stream, Illinois.