The general assembly has only a few days to pass a state budget with a simple majority vote, yet House Republicans have been shutout from knowing the full details of the revenue and spending proposals. But we do know more tax hikes are expected to come from the highest budget proposal in Illinois history- $56 billion dollars!
The Illinois budget has increased more than 30 percent since 2019 and our state leads the nation with the highest combined state and local tax rates in the nation.
The Governor has already outlined his ploy to balance the budget:
- Corporate tax hikes
- New social media fees
- Increased casino taxes
- Fund sweeps
Illinois taxpayers deserve a budget that is fair and reduces taxes, but this proposal clearly misses the mark and is full of gimmicks. Instead of the prospect of more tax and fee increases, the state needs to focus on fiscal reform and cutting wasteful spending. I stand firmly to support no tax hikes to supplement the proposed revenue hikes.
Illinois Affordability Survey
Are you tired of being taxed to death by the State of Illinois?
Are you tired of bad public policy driving costs up?
Please share your voice with me and take this (6) question survey!
