Illinois’ budget on track for deficit as new federal policies create challenges
State lawmakers also face a $2.2 billion deficit next fiscal year, the report projects.
State lawmakers also face a $2.2 billion deficit next fiscal year, the report projects.
Illinois received $54 billion in revenue in fiscal year 2025 that ended June 30.
Conservation workers in the state say lawmakers continue to deprioritize their efforts.
Illinois’ fiscal year 2026 budget signed by Gov. JB Pritzker has more than $1 billion of tax increases and one-time ...
Raoul asked lawmakers for a $15 million increase.
Illinois lawmakers are watching Congress to see whether federal action will require them to return to Springfield to amend the ...
The budget measures passed just before midnight with little time for public review.
Illinois Democrats introduce $55 billion budget on Friday evening — one day before the deadline for adjournment.
Gov. JB Pritzker promises to veto a budget that includes a tax increase on individuals, corporations or the sales tax.
Illinois lawmakers are working through final details of the state budget with the goal of approving it by May 31.
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