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Hammond criticizes Democrats over $15 billion increase in state spending

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State Representative Norine Hammond (IL) | Representative Norine K. Hammond (R) 94th District

State Representative Norine Hammond (IL) | Representative Norine K. Hammond (R) 94th District

Deputy Republican Leader Norine Hammond from Macomb addressed the House Floor, voicing criticism against Illinois Democrats for what she describes as excessive spending. According to Hammond, since 2019, Governor JB Pritzker and the Democratic supermajority have raised spending by $15 billion. As budget discussions begin, House Republicans express their intention to support families in resisting any tax hikes.

Hammond stated, "Since 2019, Governor JB Pritzker and the Democratic supermajority have increased spending by $15 billion." She emphasized that Republicans would stand with hardworking families against any attempts to increase taxes during these budget negotiations.

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