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Site Selection’s annual rankings reinforce Illinois’ sustained economic momentum and national business leadership 

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois Ranked #2 for Corporate Expansion for Fourth Consecutive Year, Chicago Named #1 Metro for 13th Straight Year

CHICAGO - Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and the Illinois Economic Development Corporation (Illinois EDC) announced that Site Selection Magazine has named Illinois #2 for corporate expansion and relocations for the fourth year in a row, and Chicago was named the #1 metro for the 13th consecutive year. Additionally, the state maintained its #2 placement for projects per capita for the third straight year.

CHICAGO — Tonight, Governor JB Pritzker released the following statement after President Donald Trump’s State of the Union Address:

Gov. Pritzker’s Statement on President Trump’s State of the Union Address

$100 million public-private partnership to drive economic growth, tourism, and community on Chicago’s South Side

Governor Pritzker Announces Public-Private Partnership to Restore Historic Hotel Florence and Revitalize Pullman Site

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker announced a transformative public-private partnership to restore and redevelop the historic Hotel Florence and key buildings within the Pullman State Historic Site on Chicago’s South Side — leveraging $21 million in state capital funds to unlock more than $83 million in private investment for a total project value exceeding $100 million.

Company to create 74 new jobs and launch workforce development program with City Colleges of Chicago

Governor Pritzker Announces $40.5 Million Expansion of DMG MORI in Illinois

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and the Illinois Economic Development Corporation (Illinois EDC) announced that DMG MORI Federal Services, Inc. (DMG MORI) will invest more than $40.5 million to expand the company’s footprint in Illinois — establishing a new advanced manufacturing and R&D facility in the Chicagoland area and creating 74 new full-time jobs. The expansion further strengthens Illinois’ position as a national leader in advanced manufacturing and solidifies the state’s commitment to pairing business growth with workforce development.

Company’s investment will create 300 new jobs in Chicagoland region 

Governor Pritzker Announces Major AbbVie Manufacturing Expansion

NORTH CHICAGO - Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and the Illinois Economic Development Corporation (Illinois EDC) announced today that AbbVie will construct two new active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing facilities at its North Chicago location, investing $380 million and creating 300 new full-time jobs. This new investment underscores Illinois’ robust and rapidly expanding life sciences ecosystem, supported by a skilled workforce, robust infrastructure, and a strong manufacturing sector.

Highlighted in the Governor’s State of the State address, a proposed cell phone ban would empower Illinois educators and support student learning and well-being

Gov. Pritzker Joins Educators to Support Distraction-Free Learning in Illinois Classrooms

OAK PARK – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined students, educators, and state leaders at Oak Park and River Forest High School to advocate for a cell phone ban in Illinois classrooms, a critical measure that would support Illinois teachers and help students across the state reach their full potential. Governor Pritzker championed the initiative during his annual State of the State budget address.

Following the State of the State budget address, Governor Pritzker highlights new investments and jobs in the Metro East region

Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon at Teklab’s New Laboratory Facility

COLLINSVILLE – Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), and Teklab celebrated the company’s new environmental testing laboratory in Collinsville. Teklab constructed a 36,500-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility to meet the growing demand for its environmental analytical services, creating 40 new full-time jobs for the region while retaining nearly 100 positions. The company’s commitment to invest $10 million 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.

 FY27 Budget Focused on Affordability, Fiscal Discipline, and Delivering for Working Families 

Gov. Pritzker Proposes Eighth Balanced Budget

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker unveiled his eighth balanced budget proposal — a fiscally responsible plan centered on making Illinois more affordable for working families while protecting the state’s long-term financial stability.

Illinois surpasses key milestone ahead of FY27 proposed budget and State of the State address highlighting Governor Pritzker’s Affordability Agenda

Gov. Pritzker Announces Over $1 Billion in Medical Debt Relief for Illinoisans 

SPRINGFIELD – Governor Pritzker today announced that the State of Illinois has erased over $1.1 billion in medical debt for more than half a million Illinoisans through the Illinois Medical Debt Relief Program. The announcement comes ahead of Governor Pritzker’s State of the State and proposed budget address tomorrow, previewing a focus on improving affordability.

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.

Updated report sheds light on unprecedented budgetary pressures inflicted by Trump’s Budget Bill & actions targeting states with Democratic Governors

GOMB Releases Update to 2025 Economic and Fiscal Policy Report

SPRINGFIELD — Today, the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) released an update to its October 2025 Economic and Fiscal Policy Report, outlining how recent federal actions and provisions enacted under Trump’s Budget Bill will further increase costs and uncertainty for Illinois as the Governor prepares to present his FY27 budget proposal and budgets for years to come.

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