Action Legislative Scholarships ... Again? BGA Opposes HB 279 Instead of reviving — and extending — a problematic program, the focus should be on creating and passing a balanced budget in order to fully fund MAP grants. Feb 15, 2017 8:04 AM
Action BGA Discusses Government Streamlining In Aurora The BGA discussed successes and challenges in streamlining government as part of a community forum. Oct 17, 2016 3:00 PM
Action Lockbox Amendment Not The Right Route For Illinois BGA opposes Illinois’ Lockbox Amendment. Oct 17, 2016 10:30 AM
Action BGA Supports New Candidate Tool From Cook County Clerk Running for Office Starter Kit aims to level the playing field between novice and experienced candidates. Oct 6, 2016 2:00 PM
Action BGA Urges Transparency, Independence in Police Oversight Reforms Policy unit weighs in on Emanuel's proposed police oversight reforms, urging greater independence, records preservation. Sep 14, 2016 3:00 PM
Action Shining A Light On Complex City Deals: A New Model New law uses 2015 privatization ordinance as model for transparency and oversight of risky financial deals. Jun 21, 2016 11:00 AM
Action BGA To Gov. Rauner: Support These Bills Watchdog group sends letters backing bipartisan legislation that if signed into law will help to reform, improve and repair Illinois. Jun 14, 2016 9:16 AM
Action Urge Lawmakers to Vote YES On HB 6266 Email your elected officials and demand they vote to ensure the permanent preservation of police misconduct complaint records. May 22, 2016 6:00 AM
Action BGA: Open Up State’s Public-Private Deals Chicago’s new privatization law is good road map, says policy coordinator. May 18, 2016 9:30 AM
Action BGA Supports Smart Streamlining In Springfield BGA backs bipartisan legislation that would make it easier to consolidate townships, mosquito abatement districts, and other units of government. Apr 12, 2016 8:15 AM
