Governor JB Pritzker

Donald Trump and his administration are telling you that you’re on your own during a hurricane, tornado, fire, or flood. Know that Illinois will keep fighting to make sure you’re protected when disaster strikes.

Happy National Pumpkin Day, Illinois. Did you know that our state is the nation’s #1 producer of pumpkins? Last year, we grew 535 million pounds of pumpkins — more than the next four top states combined!

NEW: Our Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday saved Illinoisans $11.4 million. Parents kept more of their hard-earned dollars, while students got what they needed to start the school year off right.

While you pay more for gas at the pump, Donald Trump and the oil and gas industry are profiting “hundreds of billions, trillions.”

Always great to share a piece of the State of Illinois with some of our youngest and greatest.

Donald Trump promised to defeat inflation, bring down prices, and reignite explosive economic growth in 2024. The reality? Inflation is still rising, costs are too high, and instead of you feeling the “Golden Age,” only the well-connected are.

Illinois is seeing companies bring new tech and choose us for their next generation of manufacturing. Aermec chose to locate its first US manufacturing site right here in DeKalb.

I think the word you're searching for is 'Space Ranger.' It was truly out of this world to welcome trick-or-treaters to the Governor’s Mansion today — thanks to everyone who stopped by!

The Supreme Court ruled that the President cannot do this. But nice try, Donald.

ICYMI: Chicago's Forest Hill Flyover is in the running for America’s top transportation project—and it’s the largest in program history. Help Illinois win by voting for the People’s Choice Award now through Nov. 15: prez.ly/R7Od!

Illinois is truly in the #MiddleOfEverything. And we want visitors from around the globe to come from near and far to see our state. With record tourism growth year after year under my administration, we won't let up now.

Nothing to see here, folks.

Illinois is committed to making college affordable, accessible, and attainable for every student. With results like the highest level of enrollment at our public universities since 2015.

ICYMI: Hyundai Translead’s expanded investment in Illinois is one of the largest job creation announcements in our state’s history.   Put simply: it’s jobs, jobs, jobs for Illinoisans.

NEW: Public universities in Illinois reached their highest enrollment in over a decade. This reflects our sustained investments in education and our continued commitment to making college affordable, accessible, and attainable for every student.

Absolutely disgusting, but what can we expect from an adjudicated rapist and a congenital liar?

Hyundai Translead’s expanded investment is a big deal for Illinois, take it from me.

One of the largest job creation announcements in Illinois history.

Jobs, jobs, jobs. Thousands of opportunities for Illinoisans to build careers, support their families, and put their skills to work in an industry that helps drive our economy.

Hyundai Translead is creating 3,750 new jobs in Will County – providing opportunities for thousands of Illinoisans to earn a good living. Another vote of confidence in Illinois, our workers, and our strength as a manufacturing hub.

Donald Trump has weaponized federal emergency assistance. Illinoisans, like any other American in a red or blue state, shouldn't have to face disaster alone when it strikes. We'll keep fighting for every federal dollar our people are owed.

From Chicago's 77 neighborhoods to historic Route 66 communities, every corner of our state offers something special. This latest round of funding will help grow those destinations and events, welcome more visitors, and support local jobs.

We need good people in journalism — great to see our student reporters heading into the field with experience.

Illinois will not abandon our pursuit of academic excellence just because the federal government refuses to recognize it. To our students and teachers: we believe in your potential, celebrate your achievements, and will keep showing up for you.

All across Illinois, K-12 education is reaching new heights — and the results are in as we now rank fifth best in the nation for it.

Congratulations to all 24 schools across Illinois on your official recognition as a Governor’s Blue Ribbon School. You’ve all gone above and beyond in the past school year and set the standard for excellence in education.

After the federal government ended the Blue Ribbon Schools program last year, Illinois stepped in and established our own. Here, we believe that educational excellence should be celebrated. Today, I’m proud to recognize 24 schools as the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Schools for 2026.

Donald Trump should never play politics with Illinoisans' homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Our people are incredibly resilient, but our state should not have to face this recovery alone.

Enshrined reproductive rights Raised the minimum wage to $15/hr Launched the bipartisan Rebuild Illinois Passed a nation-leading climate plan Guaranteed paid leave Cut taxes for families I promised to get big things done for Illinois, and that's exactly what we're doing.

Illinois has surpassed its original goal of eliminating $1 billion in medical debt by more than $400 million — all while spending less than $10 million in state dollars to improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of Illinoisans.

Families and businesses in Illinois depend on an electric grid that is reliable and affordable, and the decisions made at PJM have an enormous impact on both. We need to move toward an electrical system that’s affordable, reliable, and serves all of us.

Illinoisans are sick of paying more for gas, groceries, and so much more because of Trump’s war of choice.   And while his administration puts the wealthy and well-connected first, Illinois is putting money back in working families’ pockets.

Illinois created the state’s first-ever child tax credit under my administration. It's good for kids, it’s good for families, and it’s good for our economy.

With the Trump Administration abdicating its responsibility for public health policy grounded in facts and science, Illinois is proud to collaborate and stand up for our people's well-being.

For every dollar spent on our relief program, we’ve canceled $100 in medical debt for those who otherwise couldn't afford it. That's what is possible when state and county government, nonprofits, and the community come together to deliver for Illinoisans.

Illinois’ very own Carlinville was just crowned Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Town! Looking forward to seeing what holiday movie comes out — and before it does, make sure to add it to your holiday sightseeing.

Forever grateful for the dedication and service of our Illinois State Police.

The Metro East is poised to become the ‘Silicorn Valley’ with a $15 million ethanol research boost. The National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center at SIUE will help turn our crops into new products all while creating more opportunities in the region.

Our farmers need all the support they can get as they continue to suffer from disastrous tariffs and retaliatory trade wars. Here in Illinois, we’re working to expand our international trade partnerships and find new ways for our industries to grow together.

I want universal healthcare – I believe that no one should go without a doctor if they’re sick, ever.

Hate has no home in Illinois. We must condemn the rise in violence against the Indian American community facing this nation that, thanks to Illinoisans, did not emerge in Aurora. I remain committed to ensuring that all faiths receive the safety, dignity, and peace they deserve.

People don’t ask for medical debt. They incur it. Illinoisans like Kayleigh told us about the persistent anxiety it caused and the comfort our relief program provided. She's one of nearly 700,000 Illinoisans whose debt has been erased and whose hope has been restored.

Medical debt is a leading cause of bankruptcy. Healthcare should help people get back on their feet, not keep them down with years of financial struggle. Here in Illinois, we're providing real relief — erasing $1.4 billion for nearly 700,000 Illinoisans.

Illinois has erased more than $1.4 billion in medical debt for hundreds of thousands of people. Thanks to this effort, 700,000 Illinoisans across all 102 counties can breathe a sigh of relief and move forward without the crushing burden of medical debt.

While Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans drive up everyday costs and give big corporations more tax breaks, Illinois is delivering more than $600 million in tax cuts to nearly 950,000 Illinois working families.

Rebuild Illinois isn’t just about rectifying the shortcomings of our past — it’s about building something better for our future.

Remember, Donald Trump thinks we should all stop worrying about inflation and simply "love it."

Illinois refuses to sit idly by as PJM prioritizes profits over people. We’re advocating for what Illinoisans deserve: a grid operator who meets demand, maintains reliability, and keeps costs under control.

Proud to be your Governor, Illinois.

When a massive storm system crosses state lines, the resulting damage should be evaluated fairly, consistently and based on the same objective standards and criteria, regardless of which state it impacts. Illinois will fight back against these political games.