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October is recognized as Manufacturing Month. It is a chance for us to celebrate and highlight Illinois’ manufacturing industry and the vital contributions manufacturers make to the state’s economy. According to the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA), Illinois manufacturers directly employ more than 662,000 men and women. The IMA also reports that the state’s manufacturing industry supports $580 billion in annual

State lawmakers are now back in Springfield for their fall session. This is a time for Illinois taxpayers to be alert. While taxpayers are busy with fall activities like yard work, getting ready for Halloween, and preparing for Thanksgiving, this is the time some politicians look to sneak in new taxes and fees. Among the proposals still being considered by

Illinois is confronting a growing fiscal challenge as newly released projections reveal a $267 million shortfall in the fiscal 2026 budget. The Governor’s Office of Management and Budget’s (GOMB) report warns that without significant changes, the deficit could swell to $2.2 billion by fiscal year 2027. Since taking office, Governor JB Pritzker has increased state spending by nearly 40 percent,