Illinois is known for many things: its hardworking people, dynamic urban center, rich farmland, and robust manufacturing base. But quietly and powerfully, the insurance industry has emerged as one of the state’s most significant economic engines. It provides more than just peace of mind in times of uncertainty; it underwrites prosperity, security, and stability in nearly every corner of our economy and has made Illinois a national leader in protecting the financial assets and economic wealth of individuals and businesses throughout the U.S.
Yet, despite its vital role, Illinois risks losing companies and jobs, along with millions of dollars to the state at a time when federal cuts are straining the state’s budget, due to good-intentioned but overreaching regulatory and legislative initiat