Illinois Governor signs record $55.2 billion spending plan

State Representative David Friess (IL) | Representative David Friess (R) 115th District

By South West Illinois News Reports

Jun 16, 2025

Governor Pritzker has signed a new spending plan into law, marking the largest budget in the state's history. The $55.2 billion budget has been characterized by some as being filled with "gimmicks and tax hikes." There are calls for structural reforms to improve the state's financial situation and provide relief to Illinois residents.

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