Illinois House Democrats approved a record $53 billion budget, increasing taxes and spending, while Republicans criticized it for excessive spending and fiscal irresponsibility.
Illinois House Democrats Approve Record $53 Billion Budget Amid GOP Criticism Over Tax Increases and Spending Practices.
According to the published article in the Washington Examiner, in a late-night session, Illinois House Democrats approved a record $53 billion spending plan, the largest in the state’s history. The budget has increased taxes by $750 million and boosted spending by 32% since Governor J.B. Pritzker took office in 2019. It also spends $400 million more than what Pritzker proposed earlier this year and includes $971 million for non-citizen migrant health care and services.
Republicans, like State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer, criticized the budget for spending too much and using tricks to make it look balanced. They worry about the state’s financial future, especially since federal COVID-19 relief money is gone. Davidsmeyer also pointed out that nearly $1 billion is being moved from other state funds to General Revenue Funds, and said the budget unfairly burdens taxpayers and funds special projects for Democrats.
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$53 Billion Budget Approved: Illinois House Democrats Pass Record-Breaking Spending Plan with $750 Million Tax Increase and $971 Million for Non-Citizen Migrant Healthcare(PHOTO: cddavidsmeyer.org)
State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth Defends Record $53 Billion Illinois Budget as Fair and Balanced, Awaiting Governor’s Approval.
Furthermore, despite the criticism, State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth defended the budget as fair and balanced. She admitted there are challenges with lower revenue growth but stressed that the plan is managed responsibly. The budget, passed by the Senate on Sunday night and the House early Wednesday, now goes to the governor for approval.
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