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Illinois Economy Surges: $56B Budget, Nuclear Energy Push, and Major Corporate Expansion Drive Growth

Illinois Economy Surges: $56B Budget, Nuclear Energy Push, and Major Corporate Expansion Drive Growth

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 Illinois faces a mix of recovery efforts, bold policy moves, and economic momentum. Southeast Illinois reels from an early-season severe weather outbreak on February 19, when tornadoes and large hail struck Effingham and Crawford counties, causing significant structural damage near New Hebron, according to the National Weather Service. No deaths were reported, but cleanup continues amid a push for federal aid.

In politics, Governor JB Pritzker unveiled a record $56 billion FY27 budget proposal on February 18, boosting education funding by $305 million through the Evidence-Based Funding formula, reaching $9.2 billion total, while increasing K-12 grants and special education support, as outlined in the state's Budget-in-Brief. The plan prioritizes infrastructure with $200 million for roads, bridges, and transit, plus $100 million for Site Readiness Illinois to attract major projects, praised by Illinois Economic Development Corporation CEO Christy George. Executive Order 2026-01 accelerates new nuclear power development, directing agencies to solicit proposals for at least two gigawatts by 2033 to meet clean energy goals under the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act. The 104th General Assembly advances bills like HB4073 freezing lawmakers' pay raises and SB2462 easing pension restrictions on Israel boycotters, per LegiScan.

Economically, AbbVie announced a $380 million expansion in North Chicago for pharmaceutical manufacturing, bolstering jobs and the state's life sciences sector, as reported by the company. Romeoville kicks off 2026 with new retail, including La Hacienda grocery and speakeasy restaurant, plus quick-serve spots and fitness centers, per Patch.com. Yet debates rage over data centers straining energy costs versus economic gains, with Pritzker proposing a two-year incentive moratorium.

Communities see progress in education, with sustained Teacher Vacancy Grants and higher ed boosts like Illinois State's 1% funding increase. Infrastructure includes summer projects in districts like CCSD21 and vocational training via $20 million for pre-apprenticeships.

Looking Ahead: Watch for legislature responses to the budget by spring, nuclear developer notices within 60 days, and State of the Union reactions from split Illinois lawmakers like boycotting Reps. Schakowsky and Casten.

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