state budget

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is expected to deliver his budget address to both houses of the General Assembly later this month. #budget #senate #lawmakers

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He also stressed the need for more resources for law enforcement so officers can work safely and effectively. #safety

The tax rate went up to 8.65% on July 1 with the start of the new fiscal year. #taxes

The Illinois Constitution requires every bill to be read on three separate days in each chamber, a safeguard designed to ensure transparency, prevent abuse, and protect the taxpayers. #hearing

In response to last year’s initial cuts, AISWCD launched a statewide petition campaign to restore SWCD operations funding, with a goal of collecting at least 100 signatures from each district. #underfund

“It does not add in any meaningful way to discuss any structural issues the state has. It’s a maintenance budget.” #budgeting

“This budget, pushed through under Governor Pritzker’s leadership—or lack thereof—includes more than $800 million in new taxes that directly impact hardworking Illinoisans and small businesses, while neglecting to tackle the serious financial issues that continue to cripple our state,” Gartner said. #spending

"It is my immense privilege to have voted for a new state budget that truly upholds the best interests of Illinoisans – at a time when Washington politicians would rather be a rubber stamp for the president." #funding

Tonight, Illinois families were handed a budget that raises taxes, increases spending, and ignores the voices of hardworking citizens. #budget