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SB 4095

$FY27 DNR OCE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Elgie Sims

SB 4095 appropriates FY27 funding for Illinois DNR operations, communications, and education programs to support state environmental management and conservation activities.

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Bill Summary · SB 4095

Legislative bill overview

SB 4095 is a fiscal year 2027 budget appropriation bill for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Operations, Communications, and Education (OCE) division. The bill allocates funding for the DNR's core operational and communications activities for the 2027 fiscal year. This is a straightforward budget implementation measure rather than substantive policy legislation.

Why is this important

Budget appropriations determine the actual resources available for state agencies to fulfill their missions. For the DNR, this funding supports wildlife management, conservation programs, park maintenance, environmental enforcement, and public education initiatives that affect millions of Illinoisans. Adequate funding directly impacts the state's ability to maintain natural resources, protect public lands, and enforce environmental regulations.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding levels: Whether the appropriated amount represents a sufficient increase, decrease, or freeze compared to prior years and whether it meets agency operational needs
  • Program priorities: Which specific DNR functions receive emphasis or face budget constraints within the OCE division
  • State budget constraints: How this allocation fits within broader fiscal pressures on the Illinois state budget and competing spending priorities

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

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