State Representative Dan Swanson said on June 1 that he opposed the passage of the largest budget in Illinois history after the Illinois House approved it in Springfield.
Swanson said, “Once again, Illinois Democrats presented the text of a 3,700-page budget and only provided legislators and the public a short time to review it before it was voted upon. Even though revenue is tight, this budget actually spends more money than last year: $55.9 billion. It required $800 million in tax increases to come up with the money for all the additional spending, which includes an automatic pay raise for politicians. I voted No because this is an unsustainable path. Illinois must stop the cycle of taxing and spending, and return to fiscal responsibility and living within our means.”
The new state budget totals $55.9 billion, surpassing last year’s expenditures despite what Swanson described as tight revenue conditions. The measure also includes $800 million in tax increases and provisions for automatic pay raises for politicians.
Swanson represents Illinois’ 71st House District as a Republican after being elected in 2023 to succeed Donald L. Moffitt, according to Rep. Swanson’s office.
Residents can find more information about legislative developments and upcoming events on Representative Swanson’s website.
