Written by Clayborne Staff Tuesday, 24 August 2010 11:46
"Education is the foundation upon which we build a better tomorrow for everyone concerned," Senator Clayborne said. "By making financial support available, we are simply giving students safe and suitable learning environments, that eventually contributes to the future of all of our citizens." Under the new law, the Cahokia Community Unit School District will gain the ability to issue bonds, up to $50 million, if voters approve the bond issuance via referendum. If approved, the bonds would only be used to accomplish projects approved by the referendum. "During these hard economic times, providing financial support to our schools districts is something that we must still make a priority," Senator Clayborne said. "By allowing the Cahokia Community Unit School District to issue these bonds, we are providing better revenue and resources for the future of these students, as well as the State of Illinois." 
Springfield, IL— A measure sponsored by Majority Leader Senator James F. Clayborne that will provide financial support to the Cahokia Community Unit School District through bonds was recently signed into law by Governor Quinn. House Bill 19 was created in the attempt to help a struggling school district provide a better environment for the children who learn there.
Senator Clayborne Menu
57th District
Senate Majority Leader
Years served: 1995 - Present
Committee assignments: Committee of the Whole; Assignments (Chairperson); Pensions and Investments; Telecommunications & Technology; Energy; Executive; Joint Comm. on Government Reform; Executive Subcommittee on Amendment (Sub-Chairperson); Subcommittee on State & Local Govt.; Subcommittee on Pension Reform.
Biography: Attorney; born Dec. 29, 1963, in St. Louis, MO; B.S., Political Science, Tennessee State University; J.D., University of Miami; Partner - Hinshaw & Culbertson (Belleville); former St. Clair County Assistant State's Attorney; has four children