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Budget impasse looms as deadline nears amid lowered revenue projections

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State Representative John Cabello (il) | Representative John M. Cabello (R) 90th District Assistant Republican Leader

State Representative John Cabello (il) | Representative John M. Cabello (R) 90th District Assistant Republican Leader

With only nine scheduled session days remaining before the May 31 adjournment, a state budget proposal has yet to be presented by Democratic colleagues. The urgency is heightened by recent developments from the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget, which last week reduced revenue projections for FY26 by over $500 million.

House Republicans have expressed their commitment to maintaining fiscal responsibility in light of these challenges. They stated, "We will not negotiate a budget with ANY tax hikes."

The situation remains tense as the deadline approaches, with both parties needing to reach an agreement to avoid potential financial complications.

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