Illinois passed a record-breaking income tax hike 3 years ago. Here’s where the money went. – Illinois Policy

The 2017 tax hike has not translated into more stable state finances or better services for state residents. Over $1.2 billion of the more than $5 billion in additional revenue has gone to servicing state pension and bond debt, roughly a quarter of the new money raised.

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