SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Emil Jones (D-Chicago) released the following statement after the passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget:

“Safety net hospitals are a life line for many – and the increased funding will ensure everyone receives the medical care they need.

“I am proud to support a budget that has education at the forefront – from preschool to college. Continuing to increase our investments in education is the surest way to guide Illinois to a brighter future.

“We aren’t just prioritizing the present – we’re prioritizing the future with our continued commitment to fully funding pensions and putting money into the Rainy Day Fund.

“This year’s budget shows a bright future ahead for the residents of Illinois.”