Farms throughout cities in McHenry County received $9.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.
A majority of McHenry County’s municipalities did not respond to a request for comment on whether they will accept funding for the resettlement of illegal immigrants. The municipalities were asked about their contact with state officials or General Assembly members regarding such funding, if they anticipate their municipality taking advantage of such funding, and what their community’s stance is on the permanent resettling of migrants.
State Senators Craig Wilcox and Don DeWitte recently spread love and joy to seniors in nursing homes and assisted living centers by distributing over 9,000 homemade valentines. The deliveries were part of the Senate Republicans' annual Valentines for Seniors program.In the 32nd District, Senator Wilcox expressed his gratitude towards the community for their overwhelming participation, stating, "We set a new participation record this year in the 32nd District, with close to 5,000 valentines submitted by school, church, scouting, and 4-H groups and by residents who wanted...
Spring Grove has adopted a definitive position against accommodating migrants amidst an escalating immigration crisis in the region. Village President Mark Eisenberg underscored the village's stance, stating that they had not been approached to resettle undocumented immigrants.
In light of recent revelations about state funding for the resettlement of migrants, Village of Hebron President Robert Shelton has clarified his municipality's stance stating that they have not received any offer of funding nor have they solicited any. Shelton’s commentary follows the revelation that suburban areas are being offered cash to resettle illegal immigrants.
Senate Republicans held a press conference last Thursday to shed light on the misplaced priorities of the Democratic party regarding healthcare cost and access. They specifically pointed out the issue of noncitizens receiving healthcare at little to no cost, while Illinoisans continue to bear the burden of hefty premiums and co-pays. The program providing free healthcare for noncitizens has seen a significant increase in cost, from an estimated $2 million to over $1 billion in just a few years. This means that Illinois taxpayers not only pay for their own healthcare...
Illinois State Representative Steven Reick recently highlighted the taxpayer-funded aspects of government operations in a newsletter update. Reflecting on a session day, Reick pointed out how a short 24-minute session cost taxpayers $16,268 as 98 members were present to attend the Speaker's birthday party. Reick emphasized, "You paid that much for a birthday party you weren’t even invited to.”Looking ahead, Reick discussed the upcoming 2024 Budget Address by Governor Pritzker, noting the state's fiscal challenges. With the end of Federal COVID funding, Illinois is facing...
House Republicans have shown their support for estate tax legislation, particularly the Family Farm Preservation Act. According to an article on The Caucus Blog, the act is seen as a positive step towards addressing the challenges faced by family farms in Illinois due to the burdensome death tax.The article does not specify a particular speaker for the quotation, but it highlights the importance of this legislative effort in helping to preserve family farms in the face of tax obstacles. House Republicans' backing of this legislation underscores their commitment to...