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IL HB5601

IL HB5601
$CULTRUAL DISTRICTS


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Introduced
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

104th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Appropriates $150,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for grants to each State-designated cultural district in the amounts of $5,000,000 to each State-designated cultural district for the operation of the district and $5,000,000 to each State-designated cultural district for capital improvements to the district. Effective July 1, 2026.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates $150,000,000 from the state's General Revenue Fund, which is the primary fund for state government operations, to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, a state agency responsible for economic development. This funding is designated for grants to each State-designated cultural district, meaning areas officially recognized by the state for their cultural significance. Specifically, each of these districts will receive $5,000,000 for their operational expenses and another $5,000,000 for capital improvements, which could include building renovations or new construction. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet (on 03/02/2026)

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