Illinois has less than two years to get a constitutional amendment on the ballot and get ready for the 2020 Census.
Analysis
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Doubek: We Need Independent Probes in Order to Trust Our Governments
Again and again, we see instances of a lack of understanding or commitment to transparency and independence.
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A BGA Policy Progress Report: Curbing Severance, Protecting FOIA, Consolidating Government
Here’s how we worked to make government more transparent and accountable to you.
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Doubek: A Strong Start, But More Work Ahead On Legislative Ethics
The Legislative Inspector General no longer will have to ask for permission before launching an investigation into sexual harassment claims.
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Your Voice Mattered: Plan to Curb Golden Parachutes Passes Illinois House
The Illinois House of Representatives has approved SB 3604, the Government Severance Pay Act, with overwhelming bipartisan support.
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Leven: It’s Time For the Council Office of Financial Analysis to Get Working
Agreement to expand the powers of the City Council’s financial analyst is welcome. But, after almost five years, it’s time to see what this office can produce.
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Doubek: Will Lawmakers Find the Will to Respond to #MeToo Challenges?
As the clock ticks, lawmakers must find the courage to fix their own broken ethics systems.
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McHenry County Residents Should Be Allowed To Dissolve Their Townships
A bill in the Illinois legislature would allow McHenry County residents to dissolve their townships. Government consolidation is a key priority for the BGA and the bill would be a step in that direction.
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Ask Illinois Lawmakers to Vote to End Golden Parachutes
Join the BGA Policy and Civic Engagement Team in telling lawmakers to stop golden parachutes.
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It’s Time to Expand the Work of the Council Office of Financial Accountability
The BGA Policy and Civic Engagement team sent a letter to Chicago City Council members in support of expanding the responsibilities of the Council Office of Financial Analysis.