If signed by Gov. Quinn, the Sunshine Commission would be a step in the right direction for Illinois, helping to get rid of wasteful spending and programs and assisting in establishing responsible spending and accountable government in Illinois.
Support for Sen. James Meeks' school choice bill is coming in from major newspapers across the state and the Illinois Policy Institute's research has been integral in shaping opinion on the matter.
In 2008, pharmacists technicians employed by the State of Illinois made 25% more in wages than their private sector counterparts.
In 2008, the state spent nearly $115,000 to provide tour guides at the State Capitol.
There were 18 archivists on the state payroll in 2008, and they received average annual wages of $58,833.
April 15th has come and gone, but Illinoisans need to be perpetually vigilant about taxes
Landmark school voucher program provides opportunity for Illinois children.
Students in Chicago’s lowest-performing public schools could soon have a new choice of schools if the General Assembly adopts a new program proposed by Rev. Senator James Meeks. Senate Bill 2494 would provide school vouchers to students in the bottom-performing ten percent of Chicago public elementary schools, giving those students the opportunity to attend area...
The Illinois Policy Institute's John O'Hara was the featured guest on the Daily Show on April 20.
In 2008, there were two elevator operators on the state payroll receiving approximately $40K per year in wages.
In 2008, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency paid 1096 employees over $64 million in wages.
ineteen studies have been conducted in cities and states where school voucher programs have been created. Eighteen of them find significant improvement in public school performance.
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An op-ed from James Meeks and Andy McKenna cites research from the Illinois Policy Institute.