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After Negotiations to Protect Illinois Taxpayers and Ensure Shared Cost, Historic Agreement Reached on Brandon Road

Gov. Pritzker Announces Agreement with Michigan and U.S. Corps of Engineers on Brandon Road Interbasin Project

SPRINGFIELD- After eluding prior administrations for years, Illinois has signed a long-anticipated project partnership agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the State of Michigan allowing construction of the $1.15 billion Brandon Road Interbasin Project on the Illinois River near Joliet.

Alton—Governor JB Pritzker called on the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Office of Mine Safety and Health Administration to address the effects of the sinkhole at Gordon Moore Park in Alton. The collapse, caused by previous mining operations in the area, falls under the jurisdiction of the Office of Mine Safety and Health Administration. The Governor called for swift and transparent action into examining the causes of the collapse and addressing future mitigation and repair steps.

Governor Pritzker Calls On Federal Office of Mine Safety to Investigate Alton Sinkhole Collapse

Alton—Governor JB Pritzker called on the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Office of Mine Safety and Health Administration to address the effects...

Slate of bills focuses on growth incentives, promotes clean energy and tech expansion

Gov. Pritzker Signs Business Development Omnibus Package

Chicago—Today Governor JB Pritzker signed a package of bills to incentivize corporate development and increase Illinois’ competitive edge for attracting new businesses and capital investments. The omnibus bills, HB5005, include investments in tax credit programs for the film industry and research and development projects across the state, as well as for the Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) and Reimagining Energy and Vehicles (REV) programs. The bills also build on Illinois’ growing status as a tech hub and reduce red tape for the Blue Collar Job Act (BCJA).

New state agency will unify early childhood services for young children

Gov. Pritzker Signs SB1, Creating the Department of Early Childhood

CHICAGO- Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined elected officials, early childhood advocates, and education leaders to sign Senate Bill 0001 into law, officially establishing Illinois’ new Department of Early Childhood. The new state agency, first proposed by Governor Pritzker in October 2023, will focus exclusively on early childhood programs and services for young children, improving equity and accessibility for families and caregivers.

SelectUSA Investment Summit represents the premier FDI convening in the U.S.; Governor Pritzker to participate in kick-off panel focused on innovation & tech

Gov. Pritzker and State of Illinois Delegation Attend 2024 SelectUSA Investment Summit

SPRINGFIELD- Governor Pritzker today announced the Illinois delegation for the 2024 SelectUSA Investment Summit, led by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Intersect Illinois, and 12 economic development partners. Hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce, the annual SelectUSA Investment Summit represents the highest-profile economic summit in the country dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment (FDI). The 10th SelectUSA Investment Summit will take place at National Harbor, Maryland from June 23 - 26, 2024.

New MYP includes projects in all 102 counties continuing the historic reach of Rebuild Illinois

Gov. Pritzker Announces $41 Billion Multi-Year Plan, Largest in State History

MCCOOK- Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation joined state and local officials to announce the largest multi-year program to build and repair infrastructure in state history: $41.42 billion over six years, spread across all modes of transportation and touching every Illinois county. The new program eclipses the previous record set last year and continues the momentum of the governor’s historic, bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program. The program aims to modernize our transportation system and create economic opportunity while improving safety, mobility, and quality of life throughout the state.

Gov. Pritzker Highlights Illinois Partnerships at MOU Signing, 2nd US-Canada Summit

Trade mission continues in Toronto 

TORONTO- Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined state economic leaders and Canadian business and government leaders for business development events in Ontario. First, Governor Pritzker and Premier Doug Ford held a public Memorandum of Understanding Signing where both executives made remarks highlighting the rich trade history between the regions. Later Tuesday, Governor Pritzker provided the keynote address at the 2nd US-Canada Summit organized by BMO and Eurasia Group.

Governor to provide keynote address at the 2024 U.S.-Canada Summit on June 11; Trade mission to focus on quantum, EVs & technology

Gov. Pritzker to Lead Trade Mission to Canada

CHICAGO- Governor JB Pritzker, alongside state economic development leaders, will embark on a trade mission to Canada from June 10 to June 13. During the trip, the Governor will participate in the 2024 U.S.-Canada Summit and meet with key government leaders as well as business leaders in quantum, finance, electric vehicles (EVs), technology, and other growing sectors.

FY25 Budget Supports Illinois Families, Expands Economic Development and Prioritizes Fiscal Responsibility

Gov. Pritzker Signs Sixth Balanced Budget

CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton joined Senate President Don Harmon, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and budget leaders from each chamber to sign the FY25 state budget package. The $53.1 billion budget builds on the Pritzker administration’s initiatives to invest in early childhood, accelerate business development, and support working families.

Upcoming summer games will be held in Bloomington-Normal

Gov. Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker Join Special Olympics Illinois for Rally at the Governor’s Mansion

SPRINGFIELD- Today, Governor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker joined Special Olympics Illinois participants for a pep rally at the Governor’s Mansion. The event consisted of lawn games, a dunk tank, and family fun activities. The rally was in preparation for the 2024 Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games, which will be held in Bloomington-Normal next weekend.

The $53.1 billion package continues the Governor’s investments in early childhood, business development, working families 

Gov. Pritzker Announces Passage of Sixth Consecutive Balanced Budget

Springfield—Today the Illinois General Assembly passed the $53.1 billion state FY25 budget package, concluding a legislative session that reaffirmed Governor Pritzker’s commitment to common-sense investments in Illinois families and fiscal responsibility. This is the sixth balanced budget the Governor has proposed in as many years and continues a track record of fiscal responsibility and good stewardship that has raised Illinois’s credit rating nine times and paid off billions in debt.

Rebuild Illinois fueling unprecedented investments across county

Gov. Pritzker Opens New Transit Facility in Madison County

PONTOON BEACH- Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation were joined today by local officials and community leaders to officially open and dedicate a new headquarters for Madison County Transit, a project made possible through $4.4 million from the governor’s historic, bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program. The new facility strengthens a vital public service for the region, while continuing to build upon the successes of Rebuild Illinois in creating jobs and enhancing quality of life in Madison County.

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