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HB 3585

$DCEO-WOODLAWN

104th Regular Session Introduced by Kam Buckner

HB 3585 appropriates state commerce and economic opportunity funding for Woodlawn neighborhood development on Chicago's South Side.

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 3585

Legislative bill overview

HB 3585 appropriates funding through the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) for development projects in the Woodlawn neighborhood on Chicago's South Side. The bill was introduced by Representative Kam Buckner and has undergone committee review processes since February 2025.

Why is this important

Woodlawn is a historically disinvested South Side Chicago neighborhood with significant economic development needs. Targeted state funding through DCEO can support infrastructure, business development, or community projects that may attract private investment and improve economic conditions in the area.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact unclear: The bill's specific appropriation amount and funding sources are not detailed in available records, making it difficult to assess whether this represents new spending or reallocation
  • Geographic equity questions: Whether funding Woodlawn specifically represents strategic state investment or raises concerns about equitable distribution across other economically distressed areas
  • Implementation accountability: Lack of publicly available details about measurable outcomes, timelines, or oversight mechanisms for how DCEO will deploy and track these funds

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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