Written by Link staff Wednesday, 01 February 2012 15:13
These were all great ideas; however, we need to find a mechanism to generate revenues to pay for these initiatives, and I believe gaming is a way to do that
- Sen. Terry Link
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Senator Terry Link (D-Waukegan) was pleased to hear about the Governor’s continued commitment to creating jobs in Illinois, but noted that without economic increases Illinois is going to continue to face the situation that has repeated itself in recent years.
“I agree with the Governor that we need to continue to invest in children through continue to fund early childhood education programs. Without this early start, children may not be prepared for elementary school and these types of programs can make the difference between a child succeeding or struggling later in their educational career.”
Link, who has introduced gaming proposals in the past, stated that a gaming measure could be one way to help fund these new initiatives proposed by the Governor.
“I am currently working again with all of the stakeholders to continue to work on a proposal that is in more in line with what the Governor will support this legislative session," stated Senator Link. “A measure such as this would be able to fund some of the initiatives discussed by Governor Quinn today.”
During his speech, the Governor also called for a construction program that will help to build “21st Century Schools” which will help Illinois twofold, this program will create jobs while also improving technology in education.
“These were all great ideas, however, we need to find a mechanism to generate revenues to pay for these initiatives, and I believe gaming is a way to do that,” stated Senator Link.
Written by Link Staff Wednesday, 28 September 2011 07:17
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network celebrates its 10th birthday this year, and chose to celebrate by honoring cancer survivors, caregivers, volunteers, researchers and advocates. ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL – Last week at the Northwest Community Hospital Auditorium, Senator Terry Link (D-Waukegan) was presented with the Capitol Dome Award by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network.
Written by Link Staff Wednesday, 06 July 2011 13:52
For the past few years, as Illinois – like nearly every other state in the nation – has struggled to cope with challenges of the disastrous economy, we’ve heard a lot about how our state needs to improve its business climate and practices. We’re told that we are losing ground to our neighboring states and, in order to be more competitive with them, we must learn from their economic and policy strategies.
While I don’t always agree with the doomsday, "sky is falling" rhetoric, when it comes to seeking a competitive economic advantage in tourism, I do believe there are lessons to be learned from using gaming as part of the Illinois economy. SB 744 seeks to finally compete with our neighboring states because they certainly haven’t been reluctant to expand their gaming opportunities.
Written by Link Staff Wednesday, 22 June 2011 14:43
SPRINGFIELD— A measure that will help to protect victims of crime and their families by better informing them on the status and details of their case was sent to the Governor this week.
Senate Bill 1043, sponsored by Senator Terry Link (D-Waukegan), makes a change to the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act, and requires law enforcement to notify a victim, or the family of the victim when a closed case has been reopened.
Read more: Measure to Protect Victims of Crime Sent to Governor
Written by Link Staff Friday, 10 June 2011 07:48
Illinois State Senator Terry Links spent much of the spring session trying to find agreement on how to reduce the plethora of units of local government that swarm Illinois.
As such, Link said he was pleased to read recently that Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka shares this goal.
Written by Link Staff Tuesday, 17 May 2011 13:30
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Legislation sponsored by Senator Terry Link (D-Waukegan) passed the Senate today that will change who is allowed to serve as a township officer, or member of a township board.
Read more: Legislation Passes Senate to Clean Up Local Government
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30th District
Majority Caucus Whip
Years served: 1997 - Present
Committee assignments: Committee of the Whole; Financial Institutions; Gaming (Chairperson); Local Government; Elections (Vice-Chairperson); Judiciary; Subcommittee on Payday Loans; Subcommittee on Amendments; Subcomm. on Civil Process&Procedure; Subcomm. on Property & Environment.
Biography: Partner, Lake County Industrial Equipment business; born March 20, 1947, in Waukegan; attended Stout State University; married (wife, Susan McCall Link), has four children.