Update on Education Reform: A trailer bill is being negotiated right now that will modify the education reform bill that passed two weeks ago. The bill is being crafted to address several concerns the Chicago Teachers Union had with the original legislation, but there is some concern that this could weaken the reforms (which are simply the first step in improving education in Illinois).

Additionally, Pat Quinn has yet to sign the original legislation, and special interests are fighting hard to kill or weaken it. Learn more here.