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Dupage Policy Journal

Friday, February 21, 2020

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Local Government

EPA reports have some wondering about need for stricter EtO standards

As medical sanitization facilities close, numbers indicate chemical is all around us.

By Tom Lawrence | Feb 19, 2020

Local Government

CITY OF NAPERVILLE: Air Conditioner Rebates Are Now Being Offered

The City of Naperville is offering qualified Naperville Electric Utility residential customers, both homeowners and renters, a rebate for energy-efficient central air conditioners installed between February 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021.

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2020

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Local Government

Gas Station Attendant Act a 'freedom-killing, anti-consumer regulation,' says candidate Hois

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 18, 2020

Illinois House candidate Laura Hois (R-Downers Grove) marvels at the absurdity of some of the policy coming out of the state capital, namely a new bill that would ban motorists from being able to pump their own gas.

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Local Government

Rep. Mazzochi files bill pushing for local control over 5G wireless deployment

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 17, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) has filed a bill that would give residents of her 47th District – residents of all local districts, for that matter – a stronger voice when the time comes for 5G wireless implementation.

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Sen. Oberweis sees little point behind bill to ban motorists from pumping their gas

By Glenn Minnis | 4 days ago

Veteran Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) wants to see the things that matter most to voters take precedent in Springfield.

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Local Government

Tribune backs 'policy wonk' Ives in 6th District Congressional run

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 17, 2020

Candidate Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) is more determined than ever to represent Illinois' 6th Congressional District in the nation's capital.

From Will County Gazette

Congressional candidate Gradel finds Underwood's vote to reject fentanyl ban 'unacceptable'

By April Bamburg | 6 days ago

Illinois congressional candidate Ted Gradel (R-Naperville) had a hard time understanding incumbent U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood's (D-Naperville) recent vote to reject a ban on fentanyl-like drugs.

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Local Government

Texas commission contradicts EtO research by EPA, UIC

By Vimbai Chikomo | Feb 14, 2020

Research by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) debunked findings from a recent study by a Chicago researcher suggesting that Waukegan residents in close proximity to Medline Industries have higher levels of the carcinogen ethylene oxide (EtO) in their blood.

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Local Government

WOOD DALE POLICE DEPARTMENT: Wood Dale Police Department Names 2019 Employees of the Year

By Press release submission | Feb 14, 2020

Each year the Wood Dale Police Department recognizes individuals who go above and beyond for the Department and the City.

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Local Government

WHEATON POLICE DEPARTMENT: Safety Campaign to Focus on 'Move Over Law' Feb. 17-22

By Press release submission | Feb 14, 2020

Officers from the Wheaton Police Department will be conducting a roadway safety and awareness campaign the week of Feb. 17-22, 2020.

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Local Government

Wehrli questions inspector generals on ethics procedures

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 12, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) had no shortage of questions for a panel of executive inspector generals appearing last week in front of the Senate House Joint Commission on Ethics and Lobbying Reform.

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Local Government

Rep. Mazzochi says time has passed to get tougher on human trafficking

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 11, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) is looking to send a message to human traffickers who may be thinking of targeting the state.

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Local Government

CITY OF NAPERVILLE: Mayor Chirico Appoints Two New Liquor Commissioners

By Press release submission | Feb 11, 2020

On Thursday, Feb. 6, Naperville Mayor Steve Chirico will swear in two new Liquor Commissioners: Karyn Charvat and Tony Signorella.

From Kendall County Times

Sen. Oberweis calling for AVR program suspension after 'unconscionable' lapses

By Glenn Minnis | 11 days ago

Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) takes no consolation in the fact that he predicted the Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) program would someday create the havoc it has.

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Local Government

Progressive income tax will drive higher earners out of Illinois, 81st District candidate cautions

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 10, 2020

State House candidate Laura Hois (R-Downers Grove) wants Illinois voters to consider the big picture as we get closer to a critical decision-making time that will undoubtedly shape the state's future.

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Local Government

Rep. Grant calls for support in her commitment to 'positive change' in Springfield

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 10, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) wants to be part of a monumental shift in Springfield, and she's calling out for support from both political parties.

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Local Government

Burr Ridge Mayor Straub fears a progressive income tax would move Illinois closer to socialism

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 7, 2020

Burr Ridge's Republican Mayor Mickey Straub remains firmly opposed to the progressive income-tax system being proposed by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

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Cook County resident elected to Illinois Republican State Central Committee

By Vimbai Chikomo | Feb 7, 2020

The vacancy left on the Illinois Republican State Central Committee by the resignation of former State Central Committeeman Ryan Higgins has been filled by Cook County Resident Nimish Jani, who will be representing the 8th Congressional District.

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Local Government

Rep. Mazzochi speaks out for legislation that would 'give autonomy back to school districts'

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 7, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) is pushing legislation she believes will help end a vicious cycle that many school districts are forced to endure as the result of unfunded mandates.

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Ives campaign gets boost with 'On the Radar' nod from NRCC Young Guns

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 6, 2020

No stranger to hard-fought political races, congressional candidate Jeanne Ives’ (R-Wheaton) campaign to unseat U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Downers Grove) in the 6th Congressional District has received valuable recognition from the National Republican Congressional Committee's (NRCC) Young Guns program.