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You probably already know the BGA is committed to shining a light on government. We’re also committed to empowering you with the knowledge and tools you need to access your government. Here in our Action Center, you can stay up to date on our top policy priorities, and connect directly with your lawmakers to help us win our policy campaigns.
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TUESDAY, JAN. 31, 2012
END THE ABUSE: IL Legislative Scholarships
 Last week, hundreds of BGA supporters signed a petition demanding that lawmakers end the legislative scholarship program that lets them give free tuition to children or relatives of buddies, political allies or campaign workers.
MONDAY, JAN. 23, 2012
Lawmakers have abused legislative scholarships for long enough—it’s time to get rid of them. Will you add your name to our petition urging lawmakers to eliminate legislative scholarships? >> SIGN THE PETITION
MONDAY, August 8, 2011
Gov. Quinn: Get the facts before you ante up on gambling bill
 Lawmakers recently approved a massive gambling expansion that includes a city-owned casino in Chicago, new casinos in four other locations and slot machines in airports and racetracks. Supporters are hoping Governor Pat Quinn will sign the measure when it lands on his desk. The BGA says, Not so fast. >> ACTION CLOSED
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2011
Tell Gov. Quinn to reject the FOIA rollback bill
 This spring, lawmakers in Springfield passed a bill that limits taxpayers access to public information. If Governor Quinn signs the measure, citizens will be unable to freely access public information, as they can today. >> ACTION CLOSED
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