Instead of putting thought and effort into actually fixing the plethora of problems that face the state, government on every level thinks that just spending more money will make things better.
There are at least 51 binding referenda on taxes or bond issues across Illinois and at least 53 ballot questions related to property taxes, sales taxes and incurring bond debt.
At least the voters will have a direct say, but that depends on whether or not they are being sold these proposals honestly.
53% of Illinoisans rank taxes as one of the top issues that concern them.
Here’s what else you need to know:
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/50-tax-questions-ballots-illinois-2026