Illinois Senate passes legislation to slash start-up costs

By Michael Lucci

05/08/2017

Illinois currently has the highest start-up fees in the country, further burdening the already-unfriendly business climate in the state.

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Cut the laundry list of fees for LLCs

By Michael Lucci

02/03/2014

Imagine creating a new solution, devising an innovative new product, providing an effective service or simply doing something well enough that you can build a business. Your dream has come true, and you’re ready to start out on your own. As a small-business owner, you want to utilize the advantages of the Limited Liability Company,...

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Beyond degrees: Empowering Illinoisans through career-first education

Published June 3, 2025 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The best path to empowerment and success, especially for poor people, is work. Work allows us to prosper while providing dignity, upward mobility, the means to support ourselves and create value for others. It’s how we become thriving members of our community. Central to this process is our education...

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Beyond degrees: Empowering Illinoisans through career-first education

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