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Republicans talk unity, while divides still plague candidates

August 18, 2011

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By Benjamin Yount | Illinois Statehouse News
SPRINGFIELD — While Illinois Republican leaders talked of party unity, candidates and county chairmen addressed the impact of the state’s new redistricting map and the growing allegiance with the tea party.

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Senate to provide checks on gubernatorial appointments

February 10, 2011

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By Melissa Leu   Illinois Statehouse News
SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Senate unanimously approved a plan Thursday to reassert its authority on the executive branch.

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Senate to provide checks on gubernatorial appointments

February 10, 2011

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Lawmakers concerned about court repeal of construction plan

January 26, 2011

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By Diane S.W. Lee and Melissa Leu     Illinois Statehouse News
SPRINGFIELD — State construction and building projects may be in for a long haul.
An Illinois Appellate Court on Wednesday threw out the state’s multi-year, $31 billion capital program, leaving local lawmakers concerned.

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Lawmakers concerned about repeal of construction plan

January 26, 2011

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SPRINGFIELD  –  Illinois' statewide construction plan may be in danger. 

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House lawmakers roast blunt wraps ban

January 13, 2011

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