AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoIllinois Quantum Push: Gov. JB Pritzker is betting big on quantum computing, touting a “right to win” and pointing to a $500M investment tied to a Chicago-area hub anchored by PsiQuantum. State Budget & Taxes: Illinois lawmakers are moving ahead with new taxes and spending, including a social media tax and broader budget changes that are drawing fresh pushback from tech and industry groups. Crypto Crackdown: Illinois also enacted a 0.2% tax on crypto transfers starting in 2027, with critics calling it punitive and warning it could push activity out of state. Healthcare Costs in Illinois: New reporting highlights sharp Medicaid payment spikes in multiple Illinois communities, underscoring how quickly costs can rise in areas like lab, surgery, evaluation and management, and ambulance services. Local Business Watch: Chicago’s Ford City Mall is set to permanently close its main building Monday after decades of retail presence, with court records citing ongoing safety obligations. Workforce & Economy: Illinois unemployment held at 5.1% in May while payrolls rose slightly, adding to the mixed picture for the state’s labor market.
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