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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 19 MIN

How Funding Education Impacts Household Budgets

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In this episode, we unpack the Illinois Fiscal Year 2027 priorities for the Illinois State Board of Education and the newly formed Illinois Department of Early Childhood. This episode explores how proposed state spending, from simplifying childcare access to K-12 evidence-based funding and transportation mandates, directly impacts youth development and local property taxes. Listen now to understand the critical state funding decisions affecting Illinois families and educators! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ilcapitolgroup.substack.com

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