US EditionPritzker Threatens to Veto Any Budget Containing ‘Broad-Based’ Tax Increase
- Governor J.B. Pritzker announced on May 28, 2025, that he will veto any Illinois budget containing broad tax increases affecting working families before the July 1 fiscal year start.
- Rumors circulate about proposed tax hikes on digital advertising, business taxes, and common services, while details of the budget remain undisclosed three days before the May 31 deadline.
- Pritzker has engaged regularly with legislative leaders as lawmakers prepare to return to the Capitol on May 29 and face the session's end on May 31 to approve a budget by simple majority.
- Pritzker declared, "I would veto a budget that is broad based and has a negative impact on working families," while Republican Rep. Brad Halbrook criticized lawmakers for the budget's opacity.
- The governor’s stance limits options for increasing revenue during tight fiscal forecasts, implying continued negotiations will focus on targeted tax measures rather than broad-based taxes.
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Colorado Springs Gazette
Star LocalSome question Pritzker’s tax ‘veto’ pledge, say Trump should cut funding
(The Center Square) – Illinois taxpayers still don’t know how much of their money will be spent by the state of Illinois next fiscal year or whether they’ll be charged higher taxes to pay for it. Saturday is the deadline…
Some question Pritzker’s tax ‘veto’ pledge, say Trump should cut funding - Washington Examiner
(The Center Square) – Illinois taxpayers still don’t know how much of their money will be spent by the state of Illinois next fiscal year or whether they’ll be charged higher taxes to pay for it. Saturday is the deadline for legislators to approve the annual spending plan that begins July 1. Wednesday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker explained what he would veto if it’s included. “I’ve been opposed to any taxes. They’re broad based, or that would affect work…
America First Report
Uncanceled NewsSome Question Pritzker’s Tax ‘Veto’ Pledge, Say Trump Should Cut Funding
(The Center Square)–Illinois taxpayers still don’t know how much of their money will be spent by the state of Illinois next fiscal year or whether they’ll be charged higher taxes to pay for it. Saturday is the deadline for legislators to approve the annual spending plan that begins July 1. Wednesday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker explained what he would veto if it’s included. “I’ve been opposed to any taxes. They’re broad based, or that would affect workin…
Pritzker promises to veto any budget with 'broad' tax increase
CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday said he would veto any budget proposal that includes "broad-based" taxes that would have a negative impact on working families. Lawmakers are working to finalize a budget plan in Springfield before a May 31st deadline. According to WLS, Pritzker was speaking at an unrelated event when he said he would specifically veto any budget that includes tax increases on individuals, corporation…
Capitol Fa - Your Illinois News Radar » After saying everything is on the table, Pritzker says a budget including broad tax increases would be vetoedCapitolFax.com
* Back in May, Rich wrote that ‘unexpectedly’ Pritzker wouldn’t rule out a service tax for mass transit revenue. An excerpt… Gov. JB Pritzker unexpectedly moved away last week from his longstanding opposition to taxing services, saying he didn’t want to start taking ideas off the table as lawmakers search for ways to fund and reform [...]
Journal Gazette & Times-Courier
Pritzker threatens to veto any budget containing 'broad-based' tax increase
Gov. JB Pritzker said Wednesday he will not sign a budget that includes broad tax hikes to fund new spending as lawmakers are in the final hours of budget negotiations.
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