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Monday, May 21, 2012

Illinois House passes income tax hike

The Illinois House just passed a boost in the state income tax by a razor thin 60-57 vote, handing Gov. Quinn a major legislative victory that will help erase part of the state’s expected $15 billion deficit. The measure now moves to the state Senate, which could take it up later tonight.

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