Lawsuits with Trump administration stretching Illinois attorney general’s resources
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul plans to brief the General Assembly about the cost of the state’s ongoing litigation against ...
Tag: FY26 Budget
The 2026 Illinois budget coverage of state government
State Board of Education seeks $11.4 billion for PreK-12 spending
The Illinois State Board of Education asked for a 4.6% funding increase in its fiscal year 2026 budget request.
While deficit looms in next year’s budget, current-year revenues remain on track
Illinois’ fiscal year 2025 revenue is in line with expectations despite a projected deficit.
Budget pressures could impact K-12 funding
Illinois education advocates push for increased K-12 funding to address underfunded districts and student challenges, while state budget constraints loom.
As budget tightens, report finds Illinois better prepared for recession than in recent past
A report highlights Illinois' improved fiscal position, credit ratings, and economic strategies to better manage future recessions compared to past ...
Pritzker’s budget office projects $3.2B deficit in early look at upcoming fiscal year
Illinois projects a $3.2B deficit for FY 2026, complicating budget negotiations amid flat revenues and rising spending.
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