Bill would ban styrofoam containers
Beginning in 2030, polystyrene foam disposable food containers would be banned in Illinois under a Senate Bill that passed the chamber Wednesday.
Senate Bill 1531 would level a $1,000 penalty for the second and subsequent infractions. Opponents said the measure will hurt manufacturers of such products and consumer choice. The ban does not impact egg cartons.
The measure can now be taken up by the House.
Senate passes early release bill
A measure approved by the Illinois Senate Wednesday would allow anyone under the age of 21 convicted of a felony offense to file post-conviction petitions claiming their sentence violates the Illinois Constitution.
Senate Bill 248 would allow the filing without having to demonstrate cause. Opponents said the measure could lead to the release of violent offenders.
Chicago joins lawsuit against Trump
The city of Chicago has joined a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming that the president does not have the authority to dismantle, downsize or transform federal agencies without congressional approval.
Chicago joins five other city and/or county groups, several union organizations and nonprofits in the case, which is in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.
