Uncle Harley Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:46 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:46 PM I am trying to get a few more friends to file witness slips but now I can't seem to get a link to those particular bills. Am I doing something wrong? http://my.ilga.gov/Hearing/HearingDetail/10412?CommitteeHearings-page=1&CommitteeHearings-orderBy&CommitteeHearings-filter&_=1357221355842 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Getzapped Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:46 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:46 PM Any confirmations on this SPRINGFIELD — There’s not enough support in the Illinois Senate to impose tough new restrictions on semiautomatic weapons and high-capacity ammunition clips.In a setback for gun-control advocates in the wake of the killings of school children in Connecticut, the Illinois Senate was poised to adjourn Thursday without voting on two pieces of legislation aimed at limiting access to certain kinds of weapons and bullets.Although the two proposals could emerge again when the legislature reconvenes next week, the lack of action shows the General Assembly remains divided on how to balance Second Amendment issues.http://qctimes.com/news/state-and-regional/illinois/democrats-pull-plug-on-gun-ammo-bans/article_32f17fc4-55db-11e2-a7a7-001a4bcf887a.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneshot Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:47 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:47 PM I am trying to get a few more friends to file witness slips but now I can't seem to get a link to those particular bills. Am I doing something wrong? I think it's no longer under consideration for the time being, so it's been pulled. Good sign! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drylok Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:47 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:47 PM I'm going to the doc to get some meds I feel like crap. If a vote comes down would one of you guys that know me send me a text or call me please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elderberry Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:47 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:47 PM Edit - nevermind - I was thinking of house numbers. So I take it the 30-vote threshold means they do NOT need a super-majority. Hummmm.... It's only 50%..??? Did somebody change "their" rules...?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneshot Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:48 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:48 PM Any confirmations on this SPRINGFIELD — There’s not enough support in the Illinois Senate to impose tough new restrictions on semiautomatic weapons and high-capacity ammunition clips.In a setback for gun-control advocates in the wake of the killings of school children in Connecticut, the Illinois Senate was poised to adjourn Thursday without voting on two pieces of legislation aimed at limiting access to certain kinds of weapons and bullets.Although the two proposals could emerge again when the legislature reconvenes next week, the lack of action shows the General Assembly remains divided on how to balance Second Amendment issues.http://qctimes.com/n...1a4bcf887a.html omg "Balance", they're kidding, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xwing Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:48 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:48 PM unless cullerton decides that doesn't apply to the senate or in this case? what can we do then? Sounds like that was the case. Anything that the ruling Chicago Dems favor only takes 30 votes; anything they oppose takes 36. How can we continue to allow such a corrupt system to exist? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:49 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:49 PM http://blogs.suntimes.com/politics/2013/01/cullertons_office_no_floor_votes_today_on_guns_gay_marriage.html Looks like they are still short on votes and may not vote on this today???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chip Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:50 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:50 PM My wife created this link for witness slips...http://tinyurl.com/hb815 We're watching/listening to the Senate now. The wife asked, "Shouldn't they be doing this at some party AFTER WORK?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flw Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:51 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:51 PM Witness filed. and called and called and called. If feel like I'm in the ER and waiting to see if my loved one is alive or not. This wait sucks but they picked a lame duck session to attempt this. I wonder if their backstabbing way of trying a gun band by suspending all normal discussion, committees and the like will open anyones eyes as to this could be one of their rights that they actually care about. God givith and man takith away. ps lets not forget they can try to resubmit this under another name/person until the next State Congress sits next Weds and it could pass just as quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyGuy Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:57 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 07:57 PM Again, I'll help set up a phone/text/email tree for those interested. We could use 4-5 dedicated watchers, taking turns, to contact me, I'll then contact a few and they will each contact some more. No need for us ALL to watch this crap ALL day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miztic Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:00 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:00 PM Is the Senate in session Friday or Monday? BTW - we should also call/make slips for our Colorado brethern, they are facing similar measures out there. please provide a link? I'll happily help out like minded people elsewhere .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobinIL Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:02 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:02 PM I think I will make it a point to go to IGOLD this year. I haven't been in a few years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mauserme Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:03 PM Author Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:03 PM http://blogs.suntime...y_marriage.html Looks like they are still short on votes and may not vote on this today???? Todd posted a similar statement from Capitolfax. I took it to mean that they are worried about both bills and maybe willing to work harder on marriage than banning guns. Other see it as a trade - one bill up/one bill down. Time will tell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamRos19 Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:05 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:05 PM Posted from other thread "According to Senator Dave Syverson:Thank you everyone for making your calls on the gun ban legislation. With your help it looks like the Bill will NOT be called today which means cannot come up again until Spring session starting in February. " Also quad city timeshttp://qctimes.com/news/state-and-regional/illinois/democrats-pull-plug-on-gun-ammo-bans/article_32f17fc4-55db-11e2-a7a7-001a4bcf887a.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mauserme Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:05 PM Author Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:05 PM I hadn't noticed this until now (from MollyB's source) No Republicans are for the gun measures, the gun-rights sources said. But state Sen. Dan Kotowski (D-Park Ridge), chief Senate sponsor of the ammunition bill, told the Chicago Sun-Times that Schoenberg's absence, as well as the absence of state Sen. James Meeks (D-Chicago), left him short of the support he needed to pass the ammunition bill on the Senate floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmHand357 Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:09 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:09 PM filed... Do these actually matter? I think they matter more than the many petitions out there that we complete and that are then ignored... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abolt243 Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:10 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:10 PM Limited access today, but here for a second. Do not rest until they go home!! Looks like they will stay late tonight and cancel tomorrow's session. That could mean a late night vote. We won't be out of the woods 'till the 97th is adjourned sine die!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abolt243 Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:10 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:10 PM filed... Do these actually matter? I think they matter more than the many petitions out there that we complete and that are then ignored... Agreed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneshot Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:12 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:12 PM SO, are there any of these votes that can be swayed by popular opinion in their districts? Any chance at all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneshot Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:15 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:15 PM Posted from other thread "According to Senator Dave Syverson:Thank you everyone for making your calls on the gun ban legislation. With your help it looks like the Bill will NOT be called today which means cannot come up again until Spring session starting in February. " Also quad city timeshttp://qctimes.com/n...1a4bcf887a.html Hmm, he did say LOOKS LIKE. Those aren't words I'd hang my hat on. I'll relax but stay vigilant. We need a text message tree system! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTIN Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM I hadn't noticed this until now (from MollyB's source) No Republicans are for the gun measures, the gun-rights sources said. But state Sen. Dan Kotowski (D-Park Ridge), chief Senate sponsor of the ammunition bill, told the Chicago Sun-Times that Schoenberg's absence, as well as the absence of state Sen. James Meeks (D-Chicago), left him short of the support he needed to pass the ammunition bill on the Senate floor.Looks like those two knew when to take a "sick day". Hahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chip Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM SO, are there any of these votes that can be swayed by popular opinion in their districts? Any chance at all? It sure doesn't sound like constituents are the concern of the Senate. Listening now, it truly sounds like they're more interested in how they dress and voting with each other along party lines rather than considering public opinion. This is truly and sadly sickening. I am appalled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mauserme Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM Author Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM Limited access today, but here for a second. Do not rest until they go home!! Looks like they will stay late tonight and cancel tomorrow's session. That could mean a late night vote. We won't be out of the woods 'till the 97th is adjourned sine die!!! Words of wisdom right there. Even if they don't get their amendments out of committee today, they have 2 already amended bills at third reading waiting to be called. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trent Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:17 PM It isn't over until this congress adjourns. Senate sine die, start over again next congress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Harley Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:18 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:18 PM SO, are there any of these votes that can be swayed by popular opinion in their districts? Any chance at all? the southern D's are pretty good about voting their constitutients wishes, this is why it appears they don't have enough votes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve O Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:19 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:19 PM Limited access today, but here for a second. Do not rest until they go home!! Looks like they will stay late tonight and cancel tomorrow's session. That could mean a late night vote. We won't be out of the woods 'till the 97th is adjourned sine die!!! I can only imagine the corrupt criminal deals going on right now.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trent Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:20 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:20 PM edited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j2dawson Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:22 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:22 PM I really don't know what a witness slip is, but on everyone's advice I filed two. I also called, emailed, and FAXed my senator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmHand357 Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:22 PM Share Posted January 3, 2013 at 08:22 PM Stupid question, what is a witness slip? I read several post where it was suggested it be filled out, but I don't know what it is. I see the link to it and going to try to read up on it on that site. Its an opportunity to put your opposition to the bills on the record. Not quite casting a vote against, but similar. http://illinoisreview.typepad.com/illinoisreview/2012/03/file-a-house-committee-witness-slip-online.html WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28, 2012 FILE A HOUSE COMMITTEE WITNESS SLIP ONLINE SPRINGFIELD - This spring, the Illinois House launched a new venue for citizens to participate in the legislative process by filing witness slips online. During committee hearings is the only time public opinion is openly incorporated into the Illinois House's decision-making. At that time, public testimony on a particular piece of legislation is allowed. During the hearing on legislation, the committee chairman commonly reads the list of witnesses that have filed slips for or against the proposal.The Illinois House's new public interaction via the internet allows citizens over age 13 to file witness slips online and provides a way for virtual participation in the House proceedings. The forms are considered official state documentation and information included should be verifiable.The Illinois House's online witness slip entree is at http://witnessslips.ilga.gov. Select the committee where a particular bill is assigned, and find the bill on the committee's schedule. Fill out and then submit the form provided for the particular bill online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.