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On anniversary of Dobbs decision, Governor Pritzker expands reproductive protections; Illinois expands contraceptive access in pharmacies  

Gov. Pritzker Signs Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act 

CHICAGO — Today, on the anniversary of the Dobbs decision, Governor JB Pritzker joined community members, legislators, and reproductive health advocates to sign the Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act, HB 5295, into law. Championed by State Rep. Mary Beth Canty and State Senator Celina Villanueva, the new law will safeguard patient privacy and prevent sensitive medical information from being shared out of state for those seeking safe and legal reproductive healthcare in Illinois.

North America’s leader in advanced building solutions expands in Chicago

Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon at Amrize’s Chicago Headquarters

CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and Amrize celebrated the company’s new Chicago headquarters. Amrize’s decision to choose Chicago as its operational headquarters further solidifies Illinois’ role as a premier destination to locate or expand a business with its top-ranked infrastructure, access to supply chains, and skilled workforce.

Gov. Pritzker joins a coalition of governors warning that proposed legislation would limit states' abilities to protect working families 

Gov. Pritzker Urges Congress to Defend States' Rights and Reject Big Oil’s Immunity Proposal

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker joined nine fellow governors from across the country urging Congress to reject federal legislation that would grant sweeping legal protections to fossil fuel companies and limit the authority of states and local governments to enforce their own laws.

Project will create jobs and strengthen one of the world's largest agricultural processing hubs 

Gov. Pritzker Announces ADM to Invest $103 Million to Modernize Decatur Operations

DECATUR — Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced today that ADM will invest over $103 million to modernize key facilities at its North American headquarters in Decatur, where the company has maintained a presence since 1939. The company’s investment will create 50 new full-time jobs and retain over 1,000 existing full-time jobs, reinforcing Decatur’s role as a global center for agriculture and manufacturing.

New soybean processing facility and solar array to create 40 jobs, retain 200 positions, and strengthen Illinois' leadership in biofuels  

Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon on $250 Million Incobrasa Expansion

GILMAN — Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) celebrated Incobrasa Industries’ new soybean processing plant and solar array in Gilman, reinforcing Illinois' position as the nation's leading soybean-producing state and a growing hub for biofuels, food processing, and advanced agricultural manufacturing.

The FY27 budget advances the Governor’s Affordability Agenda for working families and invests in core services  

Gov. Pritzker Signs Eighth Consecutive Balanced Budget

CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton joined legislative leaders and members of the General Assembly to sign the FY27 state budget package. The $55.9 billion balanced General Funds budget continues seven years of fiscal progress while prioritizing affordability for working families through housing support, food assistance, tax relief measures, and investments in education and healthcare — all without raising taxes on working people.

SB 3222 immediately bans the sale of intoxicating hemp to people under the age of 21; landmark legislation also boosts equity and medical access, reduces regulatory burdens

Gov. Pritzker Bans the Sale of Intoxicating Hemp to Minors, Bolsters Equity and Oversight in the Cannabis Industry

 State investment supports more than 430 pharmacies to expand access in rural and underserved communities across Illinois

Gov. Pritzker Announces $25 Million to Strengthen Pharmacy Access Across Illinois

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) announced $24.7 million in funding for 434 entities through the Illinois Pharmacy Support Program, an initiative to strengthen access to pharmacy services across Illinois. The program was designed to assist pharmacies around the state most at risk of closure or financial strain, particularly those serving in rural areas, low-income communities, or populations with limited access to health care.

Company’s expansion project will create 100 new jobs and retain more than 700 positions in Central Illinois

Gov. Pritzker Announces Rural King to Invest $75 Million in New Headquarters

MATTOON – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced that Rural King will invest $75 million to construct a new Store Support Center Campus in Mattoon, where the company's leadership and support departments will be based, including merchandising, IT, finance, operations, marketing, human resources, legal, and other key business functions. The company broke ground on the project today, which will create 100 new full-time jobs and retain 719 existing full-time jobs in Coles County.

Governor outlines framework to protect consumers and lower energy costs, calls on General Assembly to act in veto session  

Gov. Pritzker Pauses New Data Center Tax Incentives 

CHICAGO — Today, following inaction from the Illinois General Assembly, Governor JB Pritzker is directing the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to pause processing agreements for the Data Center Investment Program starting July 1. The Governor also outlined a comprehensive framework for Illinois to address the growing impact of data centers on energy affordability and reliability, water resources, and local communities.

FY27 budget advances the Governor’s Affordability Agenda to lower costs for working families without raising their taxes

Gov. Pritzker Announces Passage of Eighth Consecutive Balanced Budget

SPRINGFIELD — Today, the Illinois General Assembly passed a $55.9 billion state FY27 budget centered on making Illinois more affordable for working families, protecting long-term financial stability, and fulfilling the state’s core obligations.

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of the Children's Online Social Media Safety Act to force big tech to implement measures to keep kids safe on social media:

Gov. Pritzker's Statement on the Passage of the Nation-Leading Social Media Safety Legislation

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of the Children's Online Social Media Safety Act to...

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