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Check out the latest news stories on infants and toddlers, and find resources created and published by Raising Illinois members and its partners that inform our work and the work of the state’s early learning and care systems. 

Raising Illinois’ Response to Governor JB Pritzker’s Proposed FY 2027 Budget

19 February 2026
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February 19, 2026 Raising Illinois’ Response to Governor JB Pritzker’s Proposed FY 2027 Budget This week, Governor JB Pritzker shared his proposed Fiscal Year 2027 (FY2027) Illinois state budget, which includes increased investments in the Early…

Understanding the Illinois Funding Landscape

16 February 2026
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February 13, 2026 Understanding the Illinois Funding Landscape A conversation on funding design In July 2026, most early childhood programs are scheduled to transition from their legacy agencies to the new Illinois Department of Early Childhood…

Raise Your Voice! How Will The HHS Funding Freeze Impact You?

09 January 2026
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Raise Your Voice! How Will The HHS Funding Freeze Impact You? Raising Illinois is collecting stories from providers on how the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Funding Freeze will impact you, your family and…

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