Springfield, IL -(Vandalia Radio)- The Illinois legislature has approved a more 40 billion dollar budget that reflects the added pressure that COVID-19 has placed upon the state. State Representative Greg Harris says it’s been an incredibly difficult year.
That’s why the state may borrow up to five billion dollars from the federal reserve to help fill some gaps. That would be paid back with anticipated aid passed by Congress.
The new state budget funds schools and colleges at the same level as last year. There’s millions for coronavirus testing and more money for vital agencies like public health and the Department of Children and Family Services.
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