Dodge calls for consolidation, saving millions Illinois State Treasurer candidate Jim Dodge and Comptroller candidate Darlene Senger called for consolidating the offices they are seeking, the move will save taxpayers an estimated $12-$14 million per year. Dodge’s Democrat opponent challenged the savings estimate until confronted with previous interviews where he confirmed Dodge’s figures. House Speaker Mike Madigan and the Democrat leadership in Springfield has consistently refused to let consolidation come to a vote.
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“I will be a tireless advocate for taxpayers as treasurer,” said Jim Dodge. “My opponent’s silence has been deafening when issues of saving taxpayers money arises.”