IMA Statement on Governor’s Budget, State of the State Address

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) released the following statement regarding Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual budget and State of the State address:

“Manufacturers applaud the Governor’s continued focus on workforce development and desire to create a skilled workforce to match modern manufacturing jobs. His proposals to create a new Chief Workforce Officer, enhance funding for world-class manufacturing academies, and further invest in workforce training programs will help prepare Illinoisans for good, middle-class jobs, while bolstering our economy.

“We also strongly support the ongoing effort to grow game-changing quantum technology in Illinois, which can help manufacturing supply chain and production process challenges,” said Mark Denzler, president and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. “With slowing tax revenue, it’s vital we find ways to foster economic development, while maintaining fiscal discipline to avoid revenue shortfalls and ensure stability for businesses and families.”