Following the signing, Democratic Party of Illinois Chair and Deputy Majority Leader Lisa Hernandez praised the budget and said it addresses economic challenges facing residents across the state. #democrats #signing #budget
“As the Trump administration continues to strip our state of the programs and benefits our communities need and deserve, Illinois refuses to lay down,” Preston said. #budget #governor #address
“As we begin the budget negotiating process, we need to focus on delivering a responsible and compassionate plan that addresses community concerns and uplifts families,” Meyers-Martin said. #budget #address #lawmaker
Welch was addressing questions about the Bears’ request for property tax breaks and more than $800 million in state support for infrastructure upgrades. #budget #chicagobears #
The alternative budget also includes a roughly $1 billion sweep of tax-increment-financing dollars to Chicago Public Schools. #chicago #budget #thecentersquare
The results come as city officials and alderpersons continue to debate budget priorities, including proposals related to school funding, social services, and a potential reinstatement of a corporate head tax. #taxes #poll
The program began accepting applications this week from income-qualified residents who are 60 or older, living with a disability, or who have at least one child age 5 or younger. #energy