SB1546

BUDGET-SPENDING CAP

Introduced·2/4/25
Introduced Text

Illinois SB1546 sets a cap on the growth of state appropriations based on the state's economic growth.

Illinois SB1546 amends the State Budget Law to limit the growth of appropriations from the State general funds to the rate of growth of the Illinois economy, starting from Fiscal Year 2027. The Illinois economy's growth rate is defined as the compound annual growth rate of the state's gross domestic product over the preceding 10 calendar years, using data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. This provision applies to all executive branch state agencies, ensuring that budget proposals and appropriations align with the state's economic performance.

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Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 5, 2025

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sally J. Turner

Feb 27, 2025

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Donald P. DeWitte

Feb 6, 2025

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema