Government Budgets

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Governor’s FY2021 Budget Relies on Uncertain Graduated Income Tax Revenues

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker’s second budget proposal avoids many of the pitfalls of his…

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How Will Illinois Spend Cannabis Revenues?

In December the Civic Federation explored how Illinois, its local governments and other states tax recreational cannabis. In this…

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How Will Illinois Tax Recreational Cannabis?

UPDATE: The Cook County Board passed ordinance 20…

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Chicago Public Schools Amends FY2020 Budget Based on Contract Agreements Reached with CTU and SEIU

The Chicago Board of Education adopted an amended budget for the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) 2020 fiscal year on November 20, 2019 to account for changes reflected in the collective bargaining agreements reached between Chicago Public…

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Chicago Transit Authority Reduces Assumptions for State Reduced Fare Subsidy

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has historically received a reduced fare reimbursement, or subsidy, from the State of Illinois for providing free and discounted rides to eligible riders including seniors, people with disabilities,…

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Civic Federation Supports Proposed FY2020 Chicago Budget but has some Significant Concerns

(CHICAGO) – In a report released today, the Civic Federation announced its support for the City of Chicago’s proposed $9.9 billion FY2020 budget but still has several significant reservations. The full analysis is available…

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City of Chicago FY2020 Proposed Budget: Analysis and Recommendations

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Civic Federation 2020 Legislative Priorities

2020 Civic Federation Legislative PrioritiesThe Civic Federation's legislative priorities for 2020 …

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Civic Federation Supports Cook County's FY2020 Budget

(CHICAGO) -- In a report released today, the Civic Federation announced support for Cook County’s proposed FY2020 budget. The $6.18 billion budget proposal is a reasonable budget plan that holds the line on increasing taxes or fees while…

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Cook County FY2020 Executive Budget Recommendation: Analysis and Recommendations