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Dems and GOP Both Say They Can Bring Jobs to Illinois
Illinois Democrats and Republicans have their own ideas to spur economic growth in the state. Both say it will take creating and keeping jobs in Illinois.

Republicans announced an economic plan Thursday that included spending and regulatory reform. House Minority Leader Tom Cross (R-Oswego) says government regulations discourage many businesses from starting up. He says less regulation would encourage new business.

Cross says the state needs to appoint independent members to the Sunshine Commission to find inefficiencies in government and make recommendations. The commission was created by executive order last year but no appointments have been made.

Republicans also support budget transparency and legislative openness. Democrats say the budget is transparent with Gov. Pat Quinn's new website. Senate Democrats also outlined an economic plan and highlighted a number of bills that save struggling businesses or create incentives for new businesses. State Michael Noland (D-Elgin) says jobs alone will not fix the budget problems; it will take a combination of new revenue, borrowing and cuts.

Both parties agree the time to act is now, but they disagree about a tax increase to help close the budget deficit.

(Illinois Radio Network)
03 09 10 by Newsroom
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