“There is nothing more important right now than supporting the business community as private sector job creation is the true path out of our state’s financial mess,” stated Beaubien.  “By creating good paying private sector jobs will only expand the tax base and increase consumer spending thus increasing state revenues.”

To be considered for this award, a legislator must maintain an 85% record of voting with what the Illinois Chamber considers to be their top legislative priorities in Springfield.  Their priorities, job creation and a stable tax environment, are in line with the goals that financial experts say will lead to job creation and increased employment in Illinois.

Beaubien’s expertise in law and finance continues to be a tremendous asset to the people of Illinois. Beaubien currently serves as an Assistant Republican Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives, where he is also the House Republicans’ chief budget negotiator. In this role Rep. Beaubien has become a leading advocate for fiscal responsibility and pension funding issues in Illinois.

Home ownership and how to obtain non-predatory loan financing
Programs to assist in reducing interest rates on business and community development loans with help from our Link-Deposit Programs
How to find out if you have a part of the over $1 Billion in funds in Unclaimed Property owed to you and how to claim it
More information on Link-Deposit Programs for persons with disabilities, military personnel, Illinois veterans, and bank micro-loan program information
College savings programs available for you and your children

The info can be found at www.treasurer.il.gov

You may also view more program information on the website or you may contact the Office of Illinois State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias by calling 312-814-1244.

WAUCONDA …State Representative Mark Beaubien (R-Wauconda) has started collection petition signatures against raising taxes on working families in Illinois.  Posted on his website is a petition that constituents can join to show their opposition to Democrat proposals to raise taxes.

“The more people who show their opposition to raising taxes, the more influence we will have in opposing these tax increases such as the 33% income tax increase proposed by Governor Quinn,” said Beaubien.  “Rather than shifting the State’s burden on to working families, we need to focus on spending restrictions and Medicaid reforms.  Citizens can not afford to pay higher taxes during this deep recession.” 

Beaubien currently serves as an Assistant Republican Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives, where he is also the House Republicans’ chief budget negotiator.  The petition is posted on Representative Beaubien’s website www.beaubien.ilhousegop.org. Representative Beaubien will be collecting the signatures over the next several weeks to support efforts to oppose state efforts to increase taxes.

“We have been calling for pension reform and spending restrictions, and we were finally given an opportunity to address one of those issues,” stated Beaubien.  “Although we would have liked a chance to iron out several problems with the legislation, overall it was a measure that was necessary to not only alleviate some of our long term debt obligations, but also to prevent other consequences such as another downgrade in our bond rating.  Considering this was perhaps our only chance at voting for pension reform, it was something we needed to support.”

Beaubien currently serves as an Assistant Republican Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives, where he is also the House Republicans’ chief budget negotiator.

 “At some point the long term debt of Illinois needs to be addressed.  This patches some holes and would keep Illinois afloat, but at what cost,” stated Beaubien.  “Spending restrictions, pension reforms and Medicaid reforms all need to be a part of this conversation, unfortunately today they weren’t.”

Beaubien currently serves as an Assistant Republican Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives, where he is also the House Republicans’ chief budget negotiator

State Representative Mark Beaubien (R – Wauconda) is disappointed with the court’s ruling.

“I am incredibly disappointed with the court’s ruling,” Beaubien said.  “We passed this legislation to help millions of Illinois citizens and now we’re back to square one.  This decision is going to lead to higher health care costs and fewer doctors in Illinois.”

In 2005, Illinois passed Senate Bill 475 which created successful medical malpractice and tort reform.  Prior to the passage of the bill, Illinois was losing doctors and insurance companies to neighboring states.  After passage, the number of medical malpractice lawsuits dropped 25 percent, and the number of insurance companies offering coverage increased from 6 to 12 with an average reduction of 30 percent in premiums.

“This is a politically charged ruling,” said Beaubien.  “It is no coincidence the court made this ruling just as national attention is focused on health insurance reform.  The people of Illinois should not be punished because of Washington’s incompetence.” 

The Illinois General Assembly capped non-economic damage awards at $500,000 for doctors and $1 million for hospitals.  Under the reform law, patients injured through medical negligence continued to receive full, unlimited compensation for economic damages such as lost wages, medical expenses and future earning potential.

The Illinois General Assembly Scholarship Program allows for each member to provide scholarship opportunities to residents of the district who plan on attending any in-state public university of their choice for the upcoming academic year.

“General Assembly scholarships allow me to help hard-working local students afford to go to college. Each year, I have the privilege of awarding eight one-year scholarships to individuals from my district to attend any of Illinois’ public universities,” Representative Beaubien said.

Representative Beaubien has an independent committee review each application and select the recipients.  The criteria considered for selecting winners include academic achievement, community or civic involvement and financial need.

“Whether seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree, I encourage everyone interested in pursing their degree in higher education to apply for a scholarship,” Beaubien said.

Interested students can obtain an application by calling Rep. Beaubien’s District Office at (847) 487-5252 or by visiting the office at 124 E. Liberty Street in Wauconda.    Applications must be completed and returned to Representative Beaubien’s office no later than 4:00 p.m., March 26, 2010.

Greetings and warm wishes to you and your family for a very happy holiday season! As we reflect on the conclusion of this year and look forward to the start of a new decade, I would like to express my appreciation for the many parents, educators, community leaders, first responders, small business owners, and working families who make our area such a special place to live. The far northwest suburbs are home to people of great talent and communities of unmatched vitality and achievement.

As we celebrate this holiday season with family and friends, I hope you will join me in thanking the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces serving overseas as well as our veterans here at home who have done so much to preserve our freedom and way of life. Let’s keep them and their families foremost in our thoughts and prayers this holiday season. I hope the holidays bring many blessings to you and your loved ones as you make new memories that your family will cherish for generations to come.

As always, thank you for the honor and privilege of serving you.

Warm holiday wishes from my family to yours,

Mark H. Beaubien, Jr.
Assistant Republican Leader
State Representative – 52nd District

“Our CUB seminar is a great way for local seniors to learn how they can save money,” Rep. Beaubien said. “Today’s challenging economic times have been especially hard for those who lived on fixed incomes, including many local seniors. Saving a few dollars on household expenses can go a long way towards easing the financial burden on seniors.”

Rep. Beaubien’s CUB clinic is free and open to the public. Seniors are asked to bring a copy of their phone bill, as staff from CUB will be on hand to go over bills individually with those in attendance to point out helpful cost-saving tips. Refreshments will also be provided.

State Representative Mark Beaubien & the Citizens Utility Board

Are Pleased to Present a FREE clinic for local seniors:

Date: Monday, November 9

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Location: Wauconda Township Hall

505 W. Bonner Rd.

Wauconda, IL 60084

For questions or more information, please contact Rep. Beaubien’s office in Wauconda at (847) 487-5252 or via e-mail at strepmbeaubien@sbcglobal.net.

“We are honored that Secretary White will be visiting Barrington with the Jesse White Tumblers,” Representative Beaubien said. “I have worked closely with Jesse White for many years to help improve the quality of life for Illinois families by strengthening education and making our roads a safer place to drive. I also admire the positive example Secretary White sets for young people through the remarkable Tumblers program.”

A longtime advocate for improvements in traffic safety, Beaubien worked strenuously for over six years in support of a primary seat belt law in Illinois, a bipartisan measure which passed and was signed into law in 2003. The law is credited with saving hundreds of lives across Illinois each year, having initially dropped the state’s highway fatality rate to its lowest level since 1941. Having worked with Secretary White on this on many other issues over the years, Beaubien was eager to have the Secretary of State visit Barrington:

Reception Welcoming Secretary of State Jesse White

Friday, September 18

8:30am – 9:00am

Arnett C. Lines School

Library Media Center

217 Eastern Avenue

Barrington, IL 60010

After the reception welcoming Secretary White, visitors are welcome to attend the performances of the Jesse White Tumblers at 9:15am and 10:00am in the Lines Gym.

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