Campaign finance limits in force at the beginning of the year in Illinois, but the reform groups say the state still has work to do. The Campaign Finance Bill is really a good first step. For those of us who have points of reform for decades, we do not give up, because you never know what will be the turning point, and the public really understands the relationship in Springfield and the power by the legislature.
For the first time, Illinois law now limits the amount of money that individuals, companies, trade unions and political action committees can donate to candidates. It also contains stricter disclosure requirements measures. However, the law does not restrict the transfer of money from political parties or elections, which are often led by legislature, to the candidates. Much of the money comes from fund manager.
The new law limits contributions to candidates during the caucus primaries, but not in the general election. The company is hopeful we can get to a hearing and move it forward. But Republicans have no control over the room, and we have no control over the Rules Committee. It will be a tough sell as those who benefit from the status quo are the ones given the reforms.
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