Thursday - October 31, 2024
Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for Friday May 31, 2024 ( 3 items )  

Members of Congress Call Out NOAA's Flawed Vessel Speed Rule During House Natural Resources Committee Hearing
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 30 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: On May 16, during the House Committee on Natural Resources' Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee Hearing, "Examining the President's FY 2025 Budget Proposal for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the Power Marketing Administrations," members of Congress questioned NOAA Administra  more

News/Media Alliance Statement: Illinois State Lawmakers Approve $25 Million in Tax Credits for Journalists
VIENNA, Virginia, May 31 -- The News/Media Alliance issued the following news release on May 30, 2024: The Illinois state legislature on Wednesday approved $25 million in tax credits over the next five years (or $5 million a year) that will support journalism in the state. The funds are intended for use by newsrooms to hire and retain journalists. The legislation is similar to that passed last month in New York, which provides $30 million over three years. "We applaud the Illinois General Asse  more

Projects to Address AIS Receive Funding Through Rapid Response Fund
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 30 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Earlier this month, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) announced four projects that will receive $785,000 to address the early detection and rapid response for aquatic invasive species (AIS) - a top priority for the recreational boating industry. The four selected projects comprise the first quarter of awardees of the Rapid Response Fund, which received $4   more