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Illinois Legislators Speak Out on HB 1500

Keep Us Connected went to Springfield on April 18, 2007. Here’s what some state legislators have to say about HB 1500 as it relates to public needs.

Go to www.keepusconnected.org for more information on HB 1500.

	State Representative Arthur Turner Information is knowledge, says Representative Turner, who encourages state legislators to support PEG Access. Click here to watch the video.
	State Representative Lou Lang Representative Lang cautions constituents that HB 1500 does not measure up to promises in the ad campaigns. He wants to see strong consumer protections in any statewide telecom bill. Click here to watch the video.
	State Representative Monique Davis Representative Davis says that guarantees in the law – not promises – will assure that PEG Access continues to provide a public forum in the future. Click here to watch the video.
	State Representative Mike Bost Representative Bost wants to ensure competition is guaranteed to all communities, including rural areas. Click here to watch the video.
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	State Representative Kenneth Dunkin Representative Dunkin states he will not support a bill that diminishes the integrity of PEG Access. click here to watch the video.
	State Representative Constance Howard Representative Howard calls on colleagues not to vote for a bill unless it serves the public’s interest. Click here to watch the video.
	State Representative Susana Mendoza Representative Mendoza wants to see competitive video services reach everyone in a community. Click here to watch the video.
	State Representative John Fritchey Public access TV is a forum for people who would otherwise be voiceless, says Representative Fritchey. He wants channels reserved to discuss the important issues that affect our neighbors and our localities. Click here to watch the video.
	State Senator Dan Kotowski Senator Kotowski points to nonprofit organizations’ reliance on PEG Access to educate the public on a variety of issues. Click here to watch the video.
	State Senator Mattie Hunter Senator Hunter says PEG Access must be preserved as a forum to educate and promote awareness. Click here to watch the video.
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