State Representative Mike Coffey

The General Assembly gaveled in today at 9:00 am for the last day of Spring Session. We will be working late into the night and early morning to pass several major bills and the largest budget in state history.

House Republicans were handed 3,600+ pages of the budget to analyze to determine how much more Illinois taxpayers will be on the hook for. I will be fighting all day against additional taxes and fees that might be slipped into controversial bills.

One thing is clear, Illinois residents need relief from the taxes, costs, and reckless spending that have made it harder to live, work, and raise a family in Illinois.

This budget will reflect the priorities of the Illinois Democrats and will shine light on how they view affordability.

May we never forget the reason for the Memorial Day holiday- to honor all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice so we can enjoy the freedom we have today.

We may not know them all, but we owe them all. Please take a moment today to remember our fallen military heroes.