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Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Saturday, February 14, 2026

Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his administration

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Anusha Thotakura will continue to serve as a Member of the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Advisory Committee.* Thotakura currently serves as Executive Director of Citizen Action Illinois, a statewide policy and political coalition committed to creating democratic social change. Previously, she served as Acting Executive Director, Deputy Director, and as Program Director with a healthcare advocacy portfolio at Citizen Action Illinois. Thotakura earned her Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and her Master of Public Policy from Harvard University.

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Friday, February 13, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Thursday, February 12, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

What: Governor Pritzker will give remarks at the Choose Chicago annual meeting, the yearly gathering bringing together the city’s tourism, hospitality, and businesses communities.

Daily Public Schedule: Tuesday, February 10, 2026

What: Governor Pritzker will give remarks at the Choose Chicago annual meeting, the yearly gathering bringing together the city’s tourism...

2026 marks 100 years since the creation of the iconic Route 66

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Route 66 Centennial Kickoff

GRANITE CITY — Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) joined the Illinois Route 66 Centennial Commission and tourism partners from across the state to celebrate the official kickoff of the Route 66 Centennial, marking 100 years since the creation of the highway. Also known as the “Mother Road,” Route 66 begins in Chicago and runs through the heart of Illinois — connecting communities and travelers for a century.

Growth of STAR bond program promotes development and revitalization in Illinois communities

Gov. Pritzker Highlights Expansion of STAR Bond Program

BELLEVILLE – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR), and local leaders to highlight the expansion of the Sales Tax and Revenue (STAR) bond program to communities statewide. The program is designed to support economic growth with financing options to develop and revitalize communities through major tourism, entertainment, retail, and destination-based projects in STAR bond districts.

What: Governor Pritzker will celebrate the expansion of the Sales Tax and Revenue (STAR) program, which will drive job creation and economic development in communities across the state.

Daily Public Schedule: Monday, February 9, 2026

What: Governor Pritzker will celebrate the expansion of the Sales Tax and Revenue (STAR) program, which will drive job creation and economic...

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Sunday, February 8, 2026.