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Illinois Officials React To ACA Ruling

Governor Quinn says he's thrilled that the Supreme Court sided with President Obama on the individual mandate, calling it a "great day" for the country.  But Republican leaders in Illinois don't share the same sentiment.  Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno says the Court's decision doesn't resolve the debate over whether the Affordable Care Act is good policy.  She says she's committed to reviewing the decision and looking for opportunities to reduce any negative impact the ACA and its tax may have on Illinois citizens.  Meanwhile, House GOP Leader Tom Cross says the law has the potential to pile billions of dollars of additional expenses into the state's budget, which is already squeezed tight.  He joins with countless Republicans across the nation calling on Congress to repeal the law as soon as possible, giving Illinois the ability to administer an efficient Medicaid program.

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