NASCAR and Chicago tourism officials reported that the 2024 race produced an estimated $128 million in total economic impact and $9.6 million in state and local taxes. #nascar #centersquare
“We impose a motor fuel tax across the state that was adjusted six years ago, seven years ago now, in 2019, but then we impose a sales tax on top of that motor fuel tax,” Spain said. #tax #gas
The Illinois Freedom Caucus said that while keeping the Bears in the state is desirable, using taxpayer dollars to secure their stadium or operations is not a viable solution. #chicagobears #politics #legislation