Illinois Senate Passes $53.1B Budget with Tax Changes and New Funding
TL;DR
The Illinois Senate approved a $53.1 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025, which includes tax increases, elimination of the grocery tax, a new child tax credit, and funding for migrant and healthcare programs. Critics argue it prioritizes noncitizens and increases spending, while supporters highlight relief measures and investments in education and technology. The House will vote on the budget next.
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- Illinois Senate approves budget with $750 million in tax hikes Chicago Tribune
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- Illinois Senate passes $53 billion state budget, advances bill to House WLS-TV
- Illinois Senate approves $53.1 billion budget plan Chicago Sun-Times
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