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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...

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of HB5295 to ensure that patient medical records related to safe, legal abortion care in Illinois remain private:

Gov. Pritzker's Statement on Passage of Electronic Medical Records Protection Legislation

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of HB5295 to ensure that patient medical records...

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of SB2427 to ban the use of cell phones during the school day:

Gov. Pritzker's Statement on the Passage of the Cell Phones in Schools Ban

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of SB2427 to ban the use of cell phones during the...

SPRINGFIELD — Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of SB714 and HB4273 to protect homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance hikes:

Gov. Pritzker’s Statement on the Passage of Insurance Legislation

SPRINGFIELD — Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement following the passage of SB714 and HB4273 to protect homeowners and...

During National Mental Health Awareness Month, Governor Pritzker highlights resources for youth in Illinois 

Gov. Pritzker Hosts Youth Mental Health Roundtable

SPRINGFIELD — Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined Illinois high schoolers for a youth mental health roundtable to discuss ongoing efforts to support the mental health and well-being of students across Illinois. Coinciding with Mental Health Awareness Month, the roundtable brought together representatives from education, public health, and community organizations to share updates, identify gaps, and strengthen coordination across state agencies.

Supported by $600,000 IDNR investment, recreation area prioritizes accessibility and inclusivity for Illinoisans of all abilities

Gov. Pritzker Breaks Ground on New All Abilities Activity Hub

CHAMPAIGN — Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) joined local and state leaders in Champaign to celebrate the construction of an inclusive special recreation area that will serve people of all abilities. The project is funded with the help of a $600,000 Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant through IDNR.

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