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RETAIL: Strengthening Communities Across Illinois
Monday, Oct 6, 2025 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Retailers like Joliet’s Internode Greenery and Home serve their communities as more than just brick-and-mortar stores. Internode owner Michelle Arana-Bianchi says she wants Illinois lawmakers to know that her store, and other small businesses, are the backbone of communities and the support they provide goes far beyond selling of retail goods. Retail generates $7.3 billion in income and sales tax revenue each year in Illinois. These funds support public safety, infrastructure, education, and other important programs we all rely on every day. In fact, retail is the second largest revenue generator for the State of Illinois and the largest revenue generator for local governments. Policies that support small businesses help communities thrive as retailers like Michelle are better equipped to meet local needs. We Are Retail and IRMA are showcasing the retailers who make Illinois work.
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