Sangamon Sun

The General Assembly is approaching the May 31 deadline to pass a new state budget. In recent years, over $3 billion has been allocated under the Pritzker administration for services directed at migrants and illegal immigrants. Meanwhile, there are concerns that essential services for vulnerable citizens remain insufficiently funded.

House Republicans have expressed dissatisfaction with the current allocation of resources. They argue that the sanctuary state policy supported by Democrats has imposed significant costs on Illinois taxpayers and compromised community safety. Their focus remains on advocating for immigration reform and a state budget that addresses the needs of working families and seniors in Illinois over those of illegal immigrants.