Illinois Minimum Wage to Jump to $15/Hour January 1
Illinois’ minimum wage is set to climb to $15 an hour on January 1, up from $14 an hour in 2024.
New Illinois Job-Posting Requirements Effective Jan 1
Beginning January 1, 2025, Illinois employers with 15 or more employees must include a pay scale and description of employee benefits in specific-job postings.
New Research: The Importance of Illinois’ Small Businesses
Illinois Main Street enterprises benefit local communities as well as local economies.
Veto-Session Concludes in Illinois, Lame-Duck Session Scheduled
The Illinois General Assembly wrapped up a relatively quiet Veto Session on November 21 and departed the capitol.
Illinois Pollution Control Board to Hold Hearing on Vehicle-Emissions Mandate
The Illinois Pollution Control Board scheduled two days of hearings on a petition to ban the sale of traditional gasoline- & diesel-powered vehicles.
Illinois Sales Tax Revenues Stabilize in October
By Edwin
Despite this uptrend in October, total FY25 sales tax receipts remain $120 million behind collections through October in FY24.
IDES: Illinois Public Sector Growing, Private Sector Shrinking
By Edwin
Private sector employment in Illinois fell year-over-year in September, according to a report released by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES).
Illinois Government Report Projects $3 Billion State Deficit for FY26
By Edwin
Illinois is facing a $3 billion deficit next year, according to a report released by the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB).
Illinois Fall Veto Session Agenda Uncertain
By Edwin
The Illinois General Assembly is scheduled to reconvene in Springfield November 12-14 and November 19-21 for its fall Veto Session.
Be the Voice of Illinois Small Business. Vote!
By Edwin
Election Day is November 5 and early voting is open!