Macon Reporter

In an Oct. 17 Facebook post, Rep. Dan Caulkins shared information on Amendment 1 and shared another publication's predictions about what could happen.

Dan Caulkins was initially voted into the Illinois House in 2018. A Republican, his legislative background is composed of working on the Public Utilities and Prescription Drug Affordability. Caulkins is a state representative who resides in Decatur, according to the Illinois House.

"Another look at what Amendment 1 could mean if it is adopted" Caulkins said enigmatically on his Facebook account. "“Amendment 1 is the most important vote Illinoisans will take this election" Caulkins continued. 

A petition to remove Amendment 1 from the November ballot was rejected during late August, according to Center Square. In his post, Caulkins showed a link to a Center Square report that suggests strikes by public safety personnel could be coming if Amendment 1 is made law. Center Square reported this: Supporters say Amendment 1 aims to codify collective bargaining rights in Illinois for wages, work conditions, and other issues. Opponents say that the amendment would lead to higher property taxes for residents. 

The Illinois Municipal League spoke against the measure, saying if approved, it could lead to strikes from emergency workers.