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Illinois Tackles Budget Deficit with Millionaire Tax and Affordability Reforms, State Economic Resilience Continues

Illinois Tackles Budget Deficit with Millionaire Tax and Affordability Reforms, State Economic Resilience Continues

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 Illinois lawmakers kicked off their spring session with affordability as the central theme, as House Speaker Emanuel Chris Welch announced plans to tackle rising costs through potential millionaire taxes and insurance reforms, according to Capitol News Illinois. Welch highlighted the need for revenue to address a projected $2.2 billion deficit in fiscal year 2027, despite recent state revenues up 5 percent, while Governor JB Pritzker blamed federal cuts under the Trump administration for budget strains. Senate Republicans countered with proposals to lower taxes, fight crime, and ease energy burdens from the new Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act, per Senator Sally Turners update.

In business news, Chicago's commercial real estate shows resilience, with CoStar analyst Adrian Brizuela forecasting tight multifamily markets, stabilizing industrial vacancies below national averages, and steady retail demand in neighborhood centers. The Illinois Economic Development Council reported over $13 billion in 2025 private investments across manufacturing and clean energy, boosting job creation. However, central Illinois grain farms face negative returns amid low prices, though federal aid like Farmer Bridge Assistance offers some relief, according to University of Illinois farmdoc data. State grants totaling $4 million to private theaters drew criticism for lacking transparency, as noted by the Illinois Policy Institute.

Community updates include Illinois Valley Community Colleges facilities committee reviewing 2026 renovations and agricultural center projects. Illinois ranks third nationally for workforce development, thanks to strong colleges and training that cut unemployment, per the Illinois Policy Institute. Public safety saw House Democrats pass resolutions condemning Trump policies on health care and child funds. No major recent weather events reported.

Looking Ahead: Watch for Bears stadium negotiations amid Indiana competition, data center energy debates, and federal funding battles as lawmakers address the FY27 budget.

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