Illinois Passes $55B Budget with Tax Hikes and Unresolved Transit Plans
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Illinois Democrats approved a $55.2 billion budget with new taxes on sports betting, tobacco, and out-of-state business income, while also cutting health programs for noncitizens, amidst criticism for rushing the process and limited public review.
Topics:nation#fiscal-policy#government#illinois-budget#immigrant-health-cuts#sports-betting#tax-increases
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