New Class of Illinois Lawmakers to Face Enduring Challenges
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The Illinois House and Senate swear in new members. We have the latest from Springfield.
Mounting pension debt, a budget deficit and a backlog of unpaid bills – all effects of Illinois’ budget impasse – will continue to plague not just the state but its incoming governor and newly sworn in class of legislators. Amanda Vinicky has this report from Springfield.
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New Class of Illinois Lawmakers to Face Enduring Challenges
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Mounting pension debt, a budget deficit and a backlog of unpaid bills – all effects of Illinois’ budget impasse – will continue to plague not just the state but its incoming governor and newly sworn in class of legislators. Amanda Vinicky has this report from Springfield.
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