There are two school funding plans being considered in the Illinois House of Representatives (HB4069 & SB1) and the distinctions can be a bit confusing. The chart below separates fact from fiction….

I support transitioning to the evidence based funding model included in both SB1 and HB4069, but SB1 provides additional funding for Chicago Public Schools beyond the model at the expense…

State Representative Tony McCombie discusses the impact the budget crisis is having on our communities in District 71, and the need to pass a balanced budget by July 1st.

“We have 10 days to work together in a bipartisan manner to accomplish the ‘Capitol Compromise.’ The special session gives us the opportunity to show unity among Republicans and Democrats…

State Representative Tony McCombie (IL-71st) invites you to come to her free Senior Fair at Challand Middle School in Sterling. The Senior Fair will be held on Tuesday, June 27th,…

Sen. Anderson, Rep. McCombie, and Mayor Skip Lee of Stelring welcome residents to the coffee. Rep. McCombie addresses constituents at the coffee and conversation  Rep. McCombie talks to constituents at…

“Today, my colleagues are introducing a new budget compromise to bring the budget stalemate to an end. I fully support their continued efforts to work towards finding a compromise to…

Cordova…State Representative Tony McCombie (IL–71) hosted local mayors in Cordova to talk about issues in local government. “As a former mayor, it is a priority of mine to get the…

Cordova…Yesterday, State Representative Tony McCombie (IL–71st) toured the East Moline Correctional Facility and the Quad Cities Nuclear Generating Station in Cordova with legislators from across the state. “The Quad Cities…

SB1 – Chicago Public Schools Bailout On the final day of the scheduled spring session, SB1 sponsor Rep. Davis and the majority party rushed a vote on a new school…