Poor policy decisions continue to sap Illinois’ economic activity

02/28/2013

In the game of state competitiveness, Illinois lags the nation. Poor policy decisions continue to sap economic activity and ruin opportunities for businesses operating in Illinois.

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Proponents of progressive tax say rates can be decided later

01/31/2013

State Rep. Naomi Jakobsson, D-Urbana, recently proposed to implement another income tax hike in Illinois is gaining interest across the state. A progressive income tax increases taxes on individuals more as they make more money.

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Businesses could face higher rates with progressive tax

12/31/2012

Learn more about the disadvantages of a progressive income tax.

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Pathway to a Profession: How Apprenticeships Could Reshape Illinois’ Beauty Service Industry

Occupational licensing requirements present one of the steepest barriers to low-income Illinoisans starting careers in beauty services. Illinois requires anyone seeking to become a barber, cosmetologist, nail technician or hair braider to obtain a state license, essentially a permission slip to work. Unlike 45 other states, Illinois offers only one pathway to licensure for each...

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Poor policy decisions continue to sap Illinois’ economic activity

Proponents of progressive tax say rates can be decided later

Businesses could face higher rates with progressive tax

Pathway to a Profession: How Apprenticeships Could Reshape Illinois’ Beauty Service Industry

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