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Voortman will create more than 50 jobs at the company’s new Monee facility – solidifying Illinois as Voortman’s center of supply chain

Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon at Voortman’s Grand Opening Facility 

MONEE – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and Voortman Steel Machinery leadership to commemorate the grand opening of the company’s $51 million expansion project. Illinois is home to Voortman Steel Machinery’s U.S. headquarters, and Governor Pritzker broke ground on the project in October 2024 when it was first announced.

What: Governor Pritzker will deliver remarks at the Illinois Chamber of Commerce's Annual Luncheon.

Daily Public Schedule: Thursday, September 24, 2026

As Illinois marks five years of CEJA, the state continues to build a nation-leading clean energy future centered on affordability and economic opportunity for all

Gov. Pritzker Highlights Illinois’ Climate and Clean Energy Leadership at National Forum

NEW YORK CITY – As Illinois marks five years this month since the passage of the landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), Governor JB Pritzker this week joined national and global leaders in New York City to highlight the state’s progress toward a cleaner, more reliable, and more affordable energy future.

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Governor Pritzker signs executive order to establish the Illinois AI Cabinet to advise and prepare for emerging risks and protect Illinoisans

Gov. Pritzker Establishes Illinois Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cabinet 

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker today signed Executive Order 2026-07 establishing the Illinois Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cabinet, a group of individuals from across industries and fields that will assess the various risks posed by AI to the safety of Illinoisans. As AI continues to rapidly advance, the Illinois AI Cabinet will advise state government on preparing for and responding to AI-related incidents, identifying safeguards for public assets and infrastructure, and evaluating additional steps Illinois can take to strengthen AI safety and accountability. The Governor will seek input from state agency leaders and announce members of the cabinet in the coming weeks. The AI cabinet will include a broad cross-sector of experts from academia, law, ethics, governance and more.

[UPDATED] Daily Public Schedule: Tuesday, September 22, 2026

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

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions 

Dustin Ramage will serve as a Member of the Capital Development Board.* Ramage currently serves as Business Manager with Downstate Illinois Laborers' District Council and as Special International Representative with Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA). In these roles, Ramage leads district council operations and strategic direction across downstate Illinois. Previously, Ramage served as Laborers-Employers Cooperation and Education Trust Director with Downstate Illinois Laborers' District Council and as President of LIUNA Local 100. Ramage also serves on the Board of United Way of Greater St. Louis. Ramage earned his diploma from Columbia Community High School.

Daily Public Schedule: Monday, September 21, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Monday, September 21, 2026.

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule:  Sunday, September 20, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026.