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Prairie State taxes: Woodridge residents rank 73rd in total sales taxes paid for January

Woodridge residents paid $1.4 million in sales taxes, ranking 73rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 19, 2025

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2022: DuPage County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, DuPage County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 11.8%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 6.8%.

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 19, 2025

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Former State Rep. Ives: Illinois voters need to wake up and see they have the 'second highest property taxes that keep going up'

By Prairie State Wire | 1 day ago

Jeanne Ives, a former Illinois State Representative, expressed concerns about the state's property taxes during an appearance on the Prairie State Wire Podcast.

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Local Government Meetings today in DuPage County

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2025

DuPage County Local Government Meetings today.

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Local Government Meeting today in DuPage County

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 15, 2025

DuPage County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Naperville residents paid 4th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 14, 2025

Naperville residents paid $6.9 million in sales taxes, the fourth highest total paid per municipality in January.

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Government events this week in DuPage County: April 13-19

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 14, 2025

The following events are scheduled to take place in DuPage County this week.

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DuPage County receives a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 14, 2025

DuPage County has been assigned a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, as announced by David Harris, the director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).

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DuPage County: Residents received $922.82 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.1% of income in DuPage County, providing an average of $1,002 per capita to residents.

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Rep. Sean Casten addresses AI and taxpayer data in new congressional discussions

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 11, 2025

On April 11, 2025, Rep. Sean Casten conveyed his concerns about AI's role in government efficiency and taxpayer data access involving Elon Musk.

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Sean Casten addresses privacy and Medicaid waivers in latest social media posts

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 10, 2025

Representative Sean Casten, serving since 2019, recently addressed issues involving privacy and Medicaid waivers through social media posts.

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Bill Foster critiques Trump's tariffs and financial regulation in recent tweets

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 10, 2025

In recent social media posts, Congressman Bill Foster addressed both national policy issues and local community engagements.

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Rep. Grant welcomes Julie Bickelhaupt, a Lincoln Series participant, to House Floor

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 10, 2025

Yesterday, Representative Grant welcomed Julie Bickelhaupt to the House Floor.

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Sean Casten discusses legal challenges, Medicaid, and budget resolutions in recent tweets

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 10, 2025

Rep. Sean Casten, serving Illinois' 6th district, shares insights through recent tweets about a virtual webinar on legal challenges, the impact of Medicaid waivers, and a critical view of the Republican budget resolution.

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Food safety bill banning additives advances in Illinois Senate

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 10, 2025

Legislation aimed at banning two potentially harmful food additives has received bipartisan approval in the Illinois Senate.

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Rep. Grant leads legislation for secure dispensing of Schedule II drugs

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 10, 2025

State Representative Amy Grant, representing Wheaton, Illinois, has co-sponsored legislation aimed at addressing prescription drug abuse in the state.

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Oak Brook residents paid 19th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 10, 2025

Oak Brook residents paid $3.2 million in sales taxes, the 19th highest total paid per municipality in January.

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Local Government Meetings today in DuPage County

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 9, 2025

DuPage County Local Government Meetings today.

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FFA highlights agricultural passion at State Capitol

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 9, 2025

These students represent the future of Illinois agriculture, and their passion for farming, education, and rural development is inspiring.

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Senate Bill aims to improve motorcycle safety and expand training in Illinois

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 9, 2025

Senate Bill 2075, proposed to improve motorcycle safety training accessibility and reduce costs, has passed the state Senate with unanimous support.