By South West Illinois News Reports |
Jun 18, 2024
In early May, during the 2024 Spring Legislative Session, Illinois Democrats made significant changes to election laws by altering a Senate child welfare bill. The new legislation changed the rules for candidates seeking public office in the upcoming November 2024 election. "This abrupt change to our election laws not only undermines the integrity of the democratic process but also silences the voices of many Illinoisans," Rep. Friess stated. "By altering the rules in the middle of an election cycle, we are effectively silencing potential candidates and their supporters. This...