AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIllinois Budget & Taxes: Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed nearly $56B in state budget legislation, including new business taxes as he pushes for a third term. State Policy & Consumer Costs: Illinois lawmakers also moved on credit card swipe-fee “happy medium” talks, while separate actions target hemp THC products and expand pharmacy access with $25M. Chicago Business & Real Estate: A parking meter sale is headed to a City Council finance committee hearing, with aldermen pressing for more details. Economic Development: Illinois Housing Development Authority promoted homeownership assistance programs, and Chicago housing approvals are on track to rise. Finance & Regulation: Trading Technologies said it will support trade execution on Kalshi for U.S.-regulated prediction markets, with TT connectivity expected in Q3. Public Health & Oversight: FDA inspection data for Cook County showed three companies receiving three inspections in May, all with “No Action Indicated.” Energy Watch: Fuel prices remain sensitive to refinery outages and global oil tensions, with Midwest supply disruptions cited as a driver of higher gas costs.
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