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Illinois bill could help independent grocery stores and pharmacies

By Brian Weckerly,

2 hours ago

A new bill in Illinois could send financial help to pharmacies and grocery stores.

House Bill 5828 creates the EDGE Essentials for Pharmacies and Grocery Stores Act to create a tax credit and incentive package to support independent grocery stores and pharmacies in underserved and rural areas. The proposal would also help businesses hire new workers. The move has support from the Illinois Retail Merchants Association and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Supporters say the measure would also help local businesses keep their current employees.

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