Illinois State Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Vandalia)
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Recent News About Illinois State Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Vandalia)
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Illinois faces budget shortfall; officials propose bills to combat fentanyl crisis
A recent revenue forecast from the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (COGFA) indicates a significant discrepancy in Governor Pritzker’s budget projections.
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Audit reveals mismanagement in Pritzker's immigrant healthcare program
A recent audit by the Auditor General has uncovered significant issues in Governor JB Pritzker's healthcare program for undocumented immigrants.
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Madigan's conviction highlights need for reform; Republicans urge fiscal discipline
Former House Speaker Michael Madigan's conviction on corruption charges has highlighted the deep-rooted issues within Illinois' political system.
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Senator Plummer criticizes Governor Pritzker’s proposed budget increase
State Senator Jason Plummer of Edwardsville has expressed skepticism following Governor JB Pritzker's recent budget address.
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Senator Plummer calls for ethics reform after Madigan guilty verdict
State Senator Jason Plummer has commented on the recent guilty verdict against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Plummer seeks community help for Valentines for Seniors program
Valentine's Day serves as an opportunity to express care and affection.
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Illinois lawmakers begin new session with focus on budget deficit and election integrity
The 104th General Assembly of Illinois has commenced, marking a new chapter for the state's government.
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Tips for reducing holiday energy costs while staying festive
As the holiday season approaches, many households are preparing to decorate with festive lights and ornaments.
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Illinois Senate Republicans urge action on prison drug crisis
Illinois Senate Republicans are urging Governor JB Pritzker to take immediate action to address the drug crisis in state prisons.
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Illinois ranks low in state tax competitiveness index
A recent study by the Tax Foundation has placed Illinois in the lower ranks of tax competitiveness, listing it 37th in its State Tax Competitiveness Index.
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Safety tips shared for Thanksgiving cooking and travel
Illinois residents are gearing up for the Thanksgiving holiday, whether celebrating at home or traveling to visit family and friends.
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Illinois introduces I-CASH for recovering unpaid wages
Illinois workers now have a new avenue to recover unpaid wages and penalties.
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Senate Republicans urge no new taxes amid looming Illinois budget deficit
The General Assembly's Veto Session concluded with minimal legislative activity, wrapping up on Thursday.
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Illinois Grocery Initiative offers $11M grants for new stores in food deserts
Round 2 of the Illinois Grocery Initiative's "New Stores in Food Deserts" program is now open, offering $11 million in grants to support the development of grocery stores in underserved areas.
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Halloween safety tips shared by Sen. Plummer
With Halloween approaching, Senator Plummer has provided safety guidelines to ensure a secure trick-or-treating experience.
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Federal support lawsuit against Illinois interchange fee prohibition act
The federal government has intervened in a legal challenge concerning a recent Illinois law that may alter the handling of transaction fees by banks and credit unions.
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Senator Plummer engages youth with advisory council event
State Senator Jason Plummer recently hosted his annual Youth Advisory Council at Kaskaskia College’s Education Center in Vandalia. The event, held on October 1, gathered approximately 80 students from 18 high schools across the region.
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Senator Plummer recognized by Illinois Chamber for support to free enterprise
State Senator Plummer has been honored as a Champion of Free Enterprise by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce. This recognition underscores Senator Plummer’s ongoing commitment to pro-growth legislation that fosters a better climate for job creators in Illinois.
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Illinois State Board of Education seeks nominations for excellence awards
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is seeking nominations for outstanding educators, administrators, and school professionals who have made significant contributions to Illinois' public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools.
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Illinois updates CDL test procedures, removes parallel parking requirement
New changes to the Illinois Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test went into effect on September 1st. These updates impact both CDL and non-CDL drivers with a J51 restriction. Notably, the parallel parking requirement has been removed from the test.