Illinois lawmakers are racing against a four-day deadline to pass a new state budget amid declining revenue projections and looming uncertainty from Washington. The General Assembly faces mounting pressure, as passing a budget after May 31, 2025, will require a supermajority. The Governor’s budget office recently lowered expected revenue by $536 million for the upcoming fiscal year starting July 1. Legislative leaders warn that proposed federal spending cuts could deeply impact state finances. Last year’s budget barely passed after significant dissent. With the state’s fiscal outlook tightening, tough choices on spending are expected as negotiations intensify in Springfield.
