Quiet Session Week Follows Boisterous Primary Election

House members returned to Springfield Wednesday for a rather subdued two-day session week following a Primary Election that can be characterized as anything but subdued. The election itself yielded low voter turnout, but resulted in razor thin margins of victory in several major statewide primary races and surprising and controversial outcomes in others.

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Edie Awards are Back for 2010

We are pleased to announce the Illinois Chamber of Commerce is again teaming up with the Illinois Development Council (IDC) to present our second annual Economic Development in Illinois awards – the Edies!

The Edies honor those who imagine, design, invest, build and bring jobs, growth and prosperity to Illinois communities. It is a great opportunity to obtain positive exposure for local businesses and communities who achieved great things this past year.

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Whitley's Comments on Workers' Compensation

Illinois Chamber CEO, Doug Whitley lays it out in remarks he presented at the Chamber’s Workers’ Compensation Conference. Whitley emphasizes that the need for workers’ compensation reform in Illinois is long over-due!

2010 Healthcare Conference

Save the date for the 2010 Healthcare Conference on April 22, 2010 at the Oak Brook Marriott.

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 2010 Healthcare Conference. Contact Alex Perry today at 312-983-7102!

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Can't Miss Seminar: Ten Employment Law Issues Employers Should Be Most Concerned About in 2010.

This program will provide you with vital information on the ten labor and employment law issues that you should be most concerned about in the early months of 2010. This seminar will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2010 from 11:45 AM  - 1:30 PM in Springfield. Register Today!

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2010 Webinars

In an effort to offer timely, affordable, and convenient education to business leaders across Illinois, the Illinois Chamber is proud to announce the most recent webinars.