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Illinois Lawmakers Considering Vastly Different Capital Bills
Maybe the Illinois House is aiming low, and the Illinois Senate is aiming high. While the House is considering a $7 billion building and construction plan, Senate Democrats are working on a $25 billion plan.

The House proposal would be funded by an eight-cent gas tax hike. The Senate plan may take an up to 23-cent gas tax hike, and an income tax hike, and perhaps an increase in the state's driver's license and title fees. State Sen. Martin Sandoval (D-Chicago) says he wants the larger, more robust and comprehensive plan because it would fund roads and bridges, plus schools, parks, libraries, police and fire stations, and more.

Republicans wish they were in on these talks. Senate Minority Leader Christine Rodogno (R-Lemont) says any building and construction plan should be bi-partisan, and thinks these proposals will need Republican votes.

(Illinois Radio Network)
02 19 09 by Newsroom
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