Pritzker proposes $56B budget with minimal new spending, tax on social media companies episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 17 MIN

Pritzker proposes $56B budget with minimal new spending, tax on social media companies

from St. Louis on the Air

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled the final budget address of his second term, proposing a $56 billion plan that largely maintains the status quo while navigating federal funding cuts and rising costs. The budget includes targeted tax increases on social media companies and modest growth for education and pensions. STLPR Metro East reporter Will Bauer breaks down the speech and Pritzker’s priorities.

NOW PLAYING

Pritzker proposes $56B budget with minimal new spending, tax on social media companies

0:00 17:06

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of St. Louis on the Air?

This episode is 17 minutes long.

When was this St. Louis on the Air episode published?

This episode was published on February 23, 2026.

What is this episode about?

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled the final budget address of his second term, proposing a $56 billion plan that largely maintains the status quo while navigating federal funding cuts and rising costs. The budget includes targeted tax increases on...

Can I download this St. Louis on the Air episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!