Macon Reporter

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker wasted no time in signing the Democrats’ controversial elections bill into law, causing a stir among critics for its swift approval process. The bill, described as overtly partisan, was signed just hours after being filed in the House, without affording much time for scrutiny or public input.

In a surprising turn of events, Governor Pritzker, who had claimed ignorance of the bill's specifics just the day before, swiftly put his signature on the legislation. The lack of transparency and speed at which the bill was passed has drawn criticism from various quarters.

The new law not only changes the election process midway but also introduces three non-binding referendum questions to the ballot. These questions, which Democrats are not obligated to act upon, effectively max out the number of statewide initiatives, potentially hindering any citizen-driven referendum questions.

The move has sparked concerns about the democratic process and the lack of opportunity for public discourse on significant legislative changes. Critics argue that the bill's hasty enactment raises questions about the motives behind its introduction and the potential implications for future elections.