SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (June 1, 2019) — "The Illinois Chamber applauds the passage of the finalized Rebuild Illinois package," said Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Todd Maisch.
"This is an important step in improving Illinois' economic future. The fact that this package came together with substantial bipartisan support is a meaningful signal that Illinois can move forward.
"We thank Leaders Brady and Durkin for securing some of the most pro-business reforms we have seen in years. Rebuild Illinois contains the first major modernization of investment in our vital transportation infrastructure. Specifically, it includes the pro-consumer shift of sales taxes to transportation funding, ensuring all state taxes paid at the pump support Illinois infrastructure. The package also contains the biggest new business incentive in decades that will attract millions of dollars of technology and building investment in data centers throughout our state.
"We commend Governor Pritzker, the Democratic majorities and all legislative supporters who worked together to come up with the final Rebuild Illinois package that will encourage growth and help pave the roads to future financial stability in Illinois."
