Emanuel Chris Welch
Coverage of Emanuel Chris Welch in the Nexus archive.
- Potential regulation on Illinois data centers punted to the fall by lawmakers
Illinois lawmakers postponed action on data center regulations during the spring legislative session, citing insufficient votes and complexity. Proposals aimed to restrict water and energy usage, including requiring data centers to generate their own electricity. Environmental and consumer groups seek a pause on tax incentives for data centers, which have received nearly $1 billion in breaks over five years.
- Gov. JB Pritzker ready to own possible Bears departure after Illinois House punts on stadium bill
Governor JB Pritzker acknowledged the possibility of the Chicago Bears leaving Illinois if a stadium bill fails, stating he would not use taxpayer funds to subsidize the team. The bill passed the Illinois Senate but did not receive a House vote before the legislative session ended, with House Speaker Chris Welch citing the need for further review.