http://capitolfaxcom.disqus.com/NoneenWed, 15 Jul 2009 20:56:12 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240072<p>Cross' comment about the stability of human services is very amusing. It shows how out of touch he is with reality. We need some "wise Latino women" in the General Assembly.</p><p>I also find it interesting that they are planning on funding millions out of the capital bill to replace the Stratton building. This funding has nothing to do with creating jobs but taking care of themselves. There are plenty of state buildings in worst shape than this building.</p>So Blue DemocratWed, 15 Jul 2009 20:56:12 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240071<p>Could someone please help me understand what was just passed by both the House and the Senate? Any information about funding for Preschool for All programs through the State Board of Education?</p>TracyWed, 15 Jul 2009 20:42:02 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240070<p>2600 fulltime employees laid off, that will stimulate an economy.</p>DOC EmployeeWed, 15 Jul 2009 19:56:11 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240069<p>You actually got a response from Quinn? His office never responds to my letters. They just assume I shut up and go away.</p>David JenkinsWed, 15 Jul 2009 18:59:31 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240068<p>I feel both political parties are to blame for this circus. Today I recieved a copy of a letter sent to the Governor...from one organization...pitting their disabled population against another....stating they are more worthy of funding.... Illinois...has been put in such an ugly state...by the very folks that view themselves as beautiful....and untouchable. I hope they all rot...</p>Sick of it....Wed, 15 Jul 2009 18:32:05 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240067<p>House back in 3 mintues</p>Cindy LouWed, 15 Jul 2009 18:08:34 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240066<p>Well I suppose it takes time to get all the lanuage stuff on paper, but this is worse than watching paint dry.</p><p>--"I believe Quinn promised 2600 layoffs, tax increase or not".</p><p>Bwhahaha. The way you worded that, makes it sound like agencies have staff to spare stacked up in the corners.</p>Cindy LouWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:57:02 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240065<p>My sources (very good by the way) are telling me that the Senate Democrats are having a tough caucus. It appears that they are not all on board with the plan.</p>RJWWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:46:56 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240064<p>Sorry, I botched the last post. There is a standing gag order imposed by Illinois on state workers, prohibiting them from making on the record comments.</p>Stoned ProphetWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:46:31 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240063<p>Blue in DuPage:</p><p>I believe AFSCME failed in state court b/c their case has now be filed in Federal Court.</p><p>The FOP also has a case pending in Madison County similar to AFSCME's. It will be heard tomorrow.</p>RJWWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:45:52 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240062<p>I read on imposed by Illinois on state employees making on the record comments. What is this, China or Iran?</p>Stoned ProphetWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:45:15 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240061<p>===Does anyone know if the Gov will continue with the layoffs?===</p><p>I believe Quinn promised 2600 layoffs, tax increase or not.</p>ObamaramaWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:36:38 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240060<p>How's the AFSCME lawsuit going?</p>Blue in DuPageWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:30:32 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240059<p>Nothing to update. House/Senate are in caucus. Nothing to report.</p>How IronicWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:24:11 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240058<p>I work for a non profit with seven figures plus riding on today's news. I'd really appreciate any help from you fine folks as to how to and where I would look for the funds that pertain to us. I know it will be online eventually, but some direction would be wonderful.</p>Ben GazzaraWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:16:52 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240057<p>No new updates since 1pm??</p>AnonWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:14:40 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240056<p>If I did my job as timely and efficiently at the General Assembly, then I would be fired on the spot. I love baseball, but leaving the entire state of Illinois in limbo to attend/watch the all-star game is unprofessional, and quite frankly, an insult. I do hope the voters of Illinois stand tall and clean house in upcoming elections.</p>GertWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:04:20 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240055<p>Once I read that Matt Murphy is a trial lawyer, I found him online at a firm called McManus (<a href="http://www.mcmanuslawfirm.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" title="www.mcmanuslawfirm.com">www.mcmanuslawfirm.com</a>). Oy. The biz guys are going to go nuts.</p>Down the middleWed, 15 Jul 2009 17:03:59 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240054<p>Profoundly disappointing indeed. We should remember this come election time. No better way to express our keen frustration than to vote 'em out.</p>dupage danWed, 15 Jul 2009 16:53:57 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240053<p>Does anyone know if the Gov will continue with the layoffs?</p>DOC EmployeeWed, 15 Jul 2009 16:53:53 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240052<p>What's with the transfer of the payroll issue to federal court?</p>Cindy LouWed, 15 Jul 2009 16:42:45 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240051<p>Greg Harris has just posted these bill #s : Bills to watch: SB1216--Operations and grant lines. SB 1292--Pension Obligation Notes. SB1912--New BIMP</p>erstwhilesteveWed, 15 Jul 2009 16:42:08 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240050<p>I'm really tired of hearing about how powerful Speaker Madigan is because, after all, it takes a majority of minion House Representatives to give it to him.</p><p>Since we elect people who pursue politics as a career, they do not challenge their party's leadership but, instead, take the money and allow Madigan to make all the tough decisions.</p><p>Is that what we want? Because I have no problems telling Madigan to fly a kite. I'd expect that an "Honorable" House Representative, with class, self-respect, and dignity, would have no problems telling him where to shove his money as well.</p>David JenkinsWed, 15 Jul 2009 16:25:55 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240049<p>This agreement is profoundly disappointing. Calculated political cowardice by all caucuses. I'm incredibly disappointed in our legislative branch and with those who call themselves leaders.</p>Budget WatcherWed, 15 Jul 2009 16:21:22 -0000http://capitolfax.com/2009/07/15/this-just-in-225/#comment-18240048<p>The Speaker's #1 demand on his members is that they keep on top of their relationships with their constituents, so that they get re-elected and he maintains his majority at as high a level as possible. He would also like them to support him on specific issues, but that is secondary. Because of that, you will rarely see him deliver a solid bloc on a tough vote, such as a tax increase, unless he gets Republican votes on it. He was instrumental in delivering the previous increase in the income tax rate, but that was under a Republican Governor (Edgar) so that his people did not have to take full responsibility.</p>jakeWed, 15 Jul 2009 16:19:45 -0000