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Pritzker talks about some future plans

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* Greg Hinz interviewed the governor…

But when asked what would be on his second-term agenda, beyond staying the course, the Chicago Democrat listed two items, both dealing with education.

Specifically, a college education ought to be “free” for anyone who comes from a family whose earnings are at or below the state median, Pritzker said.

The second: further increase funding for child care and related preschool programs so that anyone earning 300% of the poverty level would qualify, up from the current 225%. That would make families earning “about $50,000 a year” eligible for help.

Pritzker did not give specific figures or other details, nor did he indicate how he would pay for the new spending. But the governor has strongly asserted in recent years that education is an investment that pays dividends and is a matter of human justice.

From the Pritzker campaign…

Governor Pritzker believes that everyone who chooses to go to college should be able to do so, which is why he’s already taken steps to make college more affordable and accessible.

Since the Governor has taken office, he has increased college scholarships to an historic high of $600 million, and MAP is now serving every eligible student who applies through the end of the academic year, leaving no one on the waitlist for the first time in 20 years.

Over time, the State should work toward a model that helps students at or below the median income attend universities or community colleges, prioritizing those with the greatest financial need.

* Politico is mainly stuff we’ve covered for days, like this…

Watch for a legislative special session: The governor is talking to leaders in the General Assembly about a bill that would expand who can perform abortions.

“Illinois doesn’t allow nurse practitioners to perform procedures but in many other states they do. So if the Legislature passes that, I would sign it,” Pritzker said, explaining it’s necessary as more out-of-state patients come to Illinois seeking abortions.

More legislation in January: Pritzker said he’s seen numerous proposals, including creating a constitutional amendment to further enshrine abortion rights in Illinois. It’s something he supports.

Supreme issue: Pritzker pointed to the two state Supreme Court races in the general election as being important and plans to throw his support into those as well.

* Related…

One-on-One With Gov. J.B. Pritzker

* Full Interview: Gov. JB Pritzker: Gov. JB Pritzker sat down with CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov after winning the Democratic nomination in his run for a second term.

posted by Rich Miller
Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:21 pm

Comments

I think the same benefit should be offered for trade schools. Not everyone is cut out for college.

Comment by Original Rambler Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:33 pm
I agree with Original Rambler. And we need as many electricians and welders as we do sociology majors working at Applebee’s. No offense sociology majors or Applebee’s.

Comment by Pundent Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:36 pm
I agree on the trade school thing.

– Signed, Sociology Major from Big Chicago Law Firm

Comment by Ron Burgundy Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:46 pm
I agree with O.R> plus I think it would be a big political gain in many areas of the state

Comment by very old soil Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:56 pm
In conjunction with this, I also reject the notion from some in Mr. Bailey’s party that college education is somehow elitist or bad. If anything, recent times show more of a need for people to learn about different perspectives and how to practice a little critical thinking and reasoning. Also you learn how to actually do your own research.

Comment by Ron Burgundy Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:00 pm
So, if your family is making $50,001, you pay the full cost? Or did I miss whether the proposal would just start being reduced from 100% at $50K?

Comment by PublicServant Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:03 pm
I think the definition of “college” will be trade/certificated/apprentice-skills based institutions. Many high schools in helping students transition to higher education include those opportunities under the definition of “college.” You go to school after high school, it’s college regardless if it’s welding, automotive or Chaucer.

Comment by Now What? Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:10 pm
College affordability in Illinois gif Illinois residents especially is something very close to my heart.

That’s good stuff to want going forward.

Comment by Oswego Willy Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:12 pm
=== allow nurse practitioners to perform procedures ===

The Docs are very picking about what they want to allow NP’s and other nurses to do. However, given the controversial nature of abortion, they may let a specific allowance go.

Comment by Norseman Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:16 pm
Agree with Original Rambler, Pundent, and Ron Burgundy.

=Many high schools in helping students transition to higher education include those opportunities under the definition of “college.”=

Ummm, no. We call it CTE (Career and Tech Ed). Maybe I am being picky but I think words have meaning.

Comment by JS Mill Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:20 pm
==I think the same benefit should be offered for trade schools. Not everyone is cut out for college.==

Trade school is higher education, why do so many people not see this? Community Colleges around the state are included in this kind of thing, and return a better bang for your buck than any place like Midwest Technical Institute. For-Profit schools of any kind should absolutely NOT be included in this.

Comment by Leap Day William Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:31 pm
The brain surgeon hired a plumber. When I finished the plumber presented the bill. Brain surgeon said “Who do you think you are a brain surgeon? Plumber said “I used to be, I quit to become a plumber.” We need more plumbers.

Comment by The brain surgeon Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:49 pm
Maybe he could try to straighten out the gaming board and see about issuing some more dispensary licenses.

Comment by Furtive Look Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:55 pm
I’ve always felt that higher ed (to a point…probably not PhDs) should be free for the people attending, and that includes trade schools and community colleges.

Comment by Scott Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 4:03 pm
As I try to continually be a strong advocate for the trades, trade labor, and education, the state needs to be as big of an advocate for the continuing of recruiting folks for trades as well as higher education.

Others in comments above, I agree with you.

Comment by Oswego Willy Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 4:36 pm
I’ve always thought at the very least that community colleges and trade schools should be free.

Comment by Demoralized Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 4:52 pm
Great leadership something Illinois has been missing for 20 years

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