Governor Pritzker Surprises Illinois With Good News

Governor Pritzker recently said Illinois hotel revenue during the most recent fiscal year exceeded the highest amount on record...

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Governor JB Pritzker recently announced that Illinois reached its highest-ever hotel revenue figures in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Additionally, Illinois welcomed 111 million visitors who spent $44 billion during that timeframe, according to a press release by the Governor.

"I am proud to announce that in the fiscal year ending June 30, Illinois saw the highest ever hotel revenue numbers. More tourism means millions of new visitors exploring all the amazing things that our state and city have to offer - supporting small businesses and local economies along the way," said Governor JB Pritzker. "Whether you're a life-long resident of the Land of Lincoln looking to explore your own state, or an out-of-town visitor curious to discover the cool entertainment, award winning culinary delights, or all the great local shopping: we're here to welcome you."

"Our highest-ever hospitality revenue is proof that we are truly the middle of everything, and our administration is driven to continue supporting the residents and local economies that make Illinois a world-class destination for tourism," said Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton. "Despite disruptions caused by the pandemic, we bounced back better than ever because every visitor can find something to love in Illinois - and we will keep shining a light on all our great state has to offer."

"Under Governor Pritzker's leadership, Illinois has made unprecedented investments in the travel and tourism industry and more visitors are coming to Illinois and supporting our businesses as a result," said DCEO Director Kristin Richards. "Illinois is the Middle of Everything - a world renowned destination where you can enjoy natural treasures, small town charm and big city amenities or whatever adventure you are looking for. We're excited to build upon this record-breaking progress as we continue to promote Illinois and support the industry."

"Once again, we are showing that in order to have a prosperous future, it pays to make those investments now," said Speaker Emanuel Chris Welch. "By making tourism promotion a priority in the budget, we can now boast record tax revenues and growing visitor numbers. This isn't because of luck; we laid the groundwork and did the work to get to where we are today."

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