Despite these tough economic times, this budget protects Illinois' children, families and most vulnerable citizens.
Health Care
Pay our bills on time by reducing the Medicaid payment cycle to 30 days from the current 90+ days.
Education
Increase funding for P-12 education by $174 million and higher education by $40 million, ensuring that our students are not hurt by the economic crisis.
Gas Tax
Hold the line on a gas tax increase when people are already struggling to make ends meet.
Veterans
Fully open the 80-bed expansion at LaSalle Veterans' Home, plan a $50 million ($17 million state funding), 200-bed Chicago veterans' home, and expand the Veterans Care health care program.
Food Pantries
Provide $1 million to food pantries across Illinois, ensuring that struggling families have access to nutritious food during these difficult times.
Natural Resources
Properly fund the state's parks to provide Illinoisans affordable tourism options during a stressful economic time.
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