Governor's Office Statement on Passage of HB 576

SPRINGFIELD - The Governor's Office has issued the following statement, attributable to Lance Trover, Director of Communications:

"Governor Rauner appreciates today's action in the House and thanks all those members who showed leadership on this issue. We encourage President Cullerton to swiftly move this legislation to the governor's desk for his signature. Governor Rauner is ready to work with Speaker Madigan, Leader Durkin and all members of the General Assembly to pass true structural reforms and a balanced budget."