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Look Up Your Legislators
Do you want to know who your local legislators are? You’re in the right place! Look up all your elected officials here and start building those relationships. Whether it’s inviting them to attend a performance or exhibit opening or signing up for their newsletter and attending a local meeting, getting to know the folks representing you is a great first step in your arts advocacy journey.
Alliance Policy Statements
and Positions
The Alliance periodically publishes statements regarding key upcoming legislation or positions that reflect the creative sector’s response to a specific issue.
City of Chicago Proposed FY23 Budget: Takeaways
On Monday, Mayor Lightfoot presented her proposed FY23 budget to the Chicago City Council. This annual budget address shares the proposed City...
FY2023 Illinois State Budget – Analysis
On Tuesday, Governor Pritzker signed the Fiscal Year 2023 budget package. The Illinois General Assembly had passed the package during an April 8-9...
Springfield Reaches a Budget Deal: $50M for Arts and Culture
The Governor and legislative leaders have reached an agreement on the FY23 budget, including how the remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds will...