Metro East Sun

Illinois residents already pay the highest effective tax rates in the nation. The Illinois Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns about the potential future tax burden resulting from the current budget proposed by Democratic lawmakers.

"We have to be thoughtful with every dollar we spend in order to save our residents from further tax burdens," said a representative from the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.

The statement comes as part of ongoing discussions and debates surrounding state fiscal policies and their long-term impacts on taxpayers.