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State Rep. Niemerg: Michael Madigan 'lied repeatedly while on the witness stand'

Federal prosecutors have provided an update in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan, alleging that Madigan lied under oath during his testimony.

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 7, 2025

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State Rep. Halbrook: HB 1581 'changes the higher education funding formula for state schools based on DEI'

Brad Halbrook, state representative for Illinois' 107th District, said that the new higher education funding model has prompted public university presidents to visit Springfield recently to update legislators on their funding needs.

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 7, 2025

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State Rep. Wilhour: 'Every person 18 years and older must present a REAL-ID' to board a flight within the U.S

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 7, 2025

Blaine Wilhour, representative for Illinois' 110th House District, announced that starting May 7, individuals over the age of 18 will be required to present a REAL ID-compliant license, ID card, or passport to access certain federal buildings or...

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State Rep. Miller: HB 1581 will change 'the higher education funding formula for state schools'

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 5, 2025

Chris Miller, the state representative for Illinois House District 101, said that House Bill 1581 will change how higher education funding is allocated to state schools by linking it to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) admissions.

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State Rep. Niemerg: Imagination Library provides 'free, high-quality, age-appropriate books to children'

By East Central Reporter Reports | May 5, 2025

Adam Niemerg, the state representative for Illinois House District 102, said that Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is contributing to fostering a love of reading in children and ensuring they have the necessary tools for academic success.

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Key details on HB1136 presented by Charles Meier in the House on Jan. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1136 on Jan. 9, with Charles Meier as the lead sponsor.

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New bill introduced by Charles Meier on Jan. 9 in the Illinois House—what does HB1131 say?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

House Bill HB1131, backed by Charles Meier, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 9, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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HB1122 presented by Charles Meier on Jan. 9 in the House

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1122 on Jan. 9, with Charles Meier as the lead sponsor.

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Charles Meier brings HB1124 to the Illinois House on Jan. 9—what to know

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

House Bill HB1124, backed by Charles Meier, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 9, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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Key details on HB1108 presented by Charles Meier in the House on Jan. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1108 on Jan. 9, with Charles Meier as the lead sponsor.

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Charles Meier introduces HB1133 in House on Jan. 9—here’s what you need to know

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

House Bill HB1133, backed by Charles Meier, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 9, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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HB1126 presented by Charles Meier on Jan. 9 in the House

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

House Bill HB1126, backed by Charles Meier, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 9, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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House to discuss HB1135 first read by Charles Meier on Jan. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

House Bill HB1135, backed by Charles Meier, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 9, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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New bill introduced by Charles Meier on Jan. 9 in the Illinois House—what does HB1130 say?

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1130 on Jan. 9, with Charles Meier as the lead sponsor.

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Key details on HB1138 presented by Charles Meier in the House on Jan. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

House Bill HB1138, backed by Charles Meier, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 9, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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Charles Meier brings HB0055 to the Illinois House on Jan. 9—what to know

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB0055 on Jan. 9, with Charles Meier as the lead sponsor.

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House to discuss HB1128 first read by Charles Meier on Jan. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1128 on Jan. 9, with Charles Meier as the lead sponsor.

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House to review HB1109 introduced by Charles Meier on Jan. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

House Bill HB1109, backed by Charles Meier, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 9, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

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Charles Meier introduces HB1132 in House on Jan. 9—here’s what you need to know

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1132 on Jan. 9, with Charles Meier as the lead sponsor.

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House to review HB1213 introduced by Adam M. Niemerg on Jan. 9

By East Central Reporter Reports | Jan 10, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1213 on Jan. 9, with Adam M. Niemerg as the lead sponsor.