Chicago’s first ever TechWeek gains momentum as Governor Quinn signs two pieces of legislation into law.
The first bill establishes technology centers at each campus of Illinois public universities. These technology centers are designed to help students who are interested in forming their own technology startup company.
The second bill benefits early-stage venture capital sources for Illinois companies by creating a $75 million Treasury’s Technology Development Fund.
To learn more about the new laws click here: http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-quinn-signs-bills-to-boost-illinois-technology-sector-20110725,0,1114324.story