Illinois Works Coalition Welcome to the Illinois Works Coalition! Illinois’ infrastructure is a vital asset that significantly contributes to our overall success. A strong state infrastructure fosters business growth, world-class schools and thriving communities. Investment in infrastructure creates jobs and sets the stage for Illinois’ continued economic leadership. However, it has been nine years since the Illinois General Assembly passed a capital bill. Illinois Works is a $25 billion capital improvement program designed to make crucial investments in our schools, roads, bridges, airports and transit systems. Crucial investments that will improve our quality of life and create hundreds of thousands of jobs. We ask you to join with us and advocate for passage of Illinois Works. It’s time to rebuild our infrastructure and put Illinois to work.
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Governor Blagojevich announces compromise for new $25 billion capital plan at Leaders' meeting
Governor announces compromise to pass a jobs bill this fall; new plan does not include expanded gaming as revenue source CHICAGO – Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today unveiled a compromise for a slimmed down $25 billion Illinois Works capital plan proposal to invest in revitalizing our state’s roads, bridges, classrooms and communities. The Governor, who announced the plan with former US Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert (R-IL), worked with the legislative leaders to negotiate a plan that eliminates expanding gaming as a revenue source. read more >> |