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flag Illinois lawmakers seek $19M to restore Lincoln's New Salem site, now in poor condition.

flag Illinois lawmakers are pushing for $19 million in funding to repair and preserve Lincoln's New Salem historic site, which has fallen into disrepair. flag Sen. Steve McClure and Rep. Wayne Rosenthal are advocating for the creation of a New Salem Preservation Commission to oversee the restoration. flag The site's poor condition has become an embarrassment for the state, with buildings and infrastructure deteriorating significantly. flag Legislators are working to amend bills to secure the funding during budget negotiations, aiming to prevent further decay and maintain the site's historical integrity.

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