Illinois State Executive - Secretary of State
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Schimpf wants Satanic Temple's sculpture out of Capitol Rotunda
Arguing that it does not “celebrate or recognize the observance of a religious holiday,” State Sen. Paul Schimpf (R-Waterloo) is adamant that the Satanic Temple statue now on display in the Illinois Capitol Rotunda never should have been allowed.
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From Prairie State Wire
Jesse White wins Secretary of State race
Democrat Jesse White has won the Secretary of State race against Republican Jason Helland.
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From Prairie State Wire
Rauner attempts conservative 'purge' of Illinois GOP leadership
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner is publicly preaching party unity on the campaign trail. But behind the scenes, Rauner is quietly leading an effort to purge conservatives from the Illinois Republican State Central Committee, which governs the party and has elections this month.
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From Prairie State Wire
Analysis: Despite lower fees, Illinois ranks 13th among states with highest cost to start a business
Illinois state government lowered its fees for forming and maintaining Limited Liability Companies (LLCs). Setting up an LLC now costs $150, down from $500. And maintaining one costs $75, down from $250 per year.
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Analysis: Lobbyists have spent $25K+ feeding State Sen. Haine
Lobbyists bought State Sen. Bill Haine (D-Alton) 43 meals in 2015, according to an analysis of filings with the Illinois Secretary of State.