Hirschauer Focusing on Budget that Invests in Affordable Future for Illinois Families

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago, responded to the governor’s annual budget address on Wednesday, releasing a statement to establish her commitment to a state budget focused on families’ budgets.

“Since the federal administration has taken office, they have overwhelmed working-class families by increasing taxes, disinvesting in affordable healthcare, freezing funds for educational programs and cutting investments for childcare services. While we can’t reverse Washington’s failed policies or extreme cuts, we can take charge of what we can control.

“For the next couple of months, my colleagues and I will negotiate a compassionate and responsible state budget that invests in an affordable future for all Illinoisans. Our priorities will focus on bringing costs down for families to help them make ends meet. 

“I personally will focus on funding the Child Tax Credit, expanding Child Care Assistance, investing and funding education at every level and directing funding to food security resources for at-risk communities. 

“I will continue to work here in Springfield to make sure our future continues to be bright and strong for our constituents. I look forward to negotiating a compassionate budget worthy of our community.”

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