Gong-Gershowitz Responds to Budget Address, Prioritizes Education and Healthcare

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, issued the following response to Gov. Pritzker’s budget address on Wednesday:

“Today, Governor Pritzker outlined his budget proposal during this critical time for Illinois. My colleagues and I are hard at work reviewing the budget proposal in detail. We are committed to working with Governor Pritzker to craft a responsible budget that spends within our means while protecting the vital services that Illinois families rely on—especially in education and healthcare.

“Since 2018, disciplined financial management has helped Illinois strengthen its fiscal foundation, reduce debt, and secure multiple credit rating upgrades. This progress has allowed us to invest in our communities by ensuring every taxpayer dollar is used efficiently and thoughtfully. While we have made a great deal of improvement, there is still much to be done to right our fiscal ship.

“With this budget and every budget going forward, we must double down on our commitment to building on this hard-fought progress by continuing to make smart, often tough, financial decisions that prioritize stability and sustainable economic opportunity.

“A responsible budget must reflect both fiscal discipline and our core values. That means continuing to invest in high-quality education and healthcare to ensure that Illinois families – especially children and seniors – have access to the essential services they need. I look forward to working with my colleagues to craft a budget that protects these priorities while keeping Illinois on a path toward long-term financial security.”