Illinois lawmakers are preparing to return to Springfield for the annual fall Veto Session, scheduled for November 17th through 19th and December 1st through 3rd.
The Veto Session is traditionally set aside for lawmakers to review legislation vetoed or amended by the Governor. However, more recently, it has been used more as an opportunity to revisit proposals that failed to advance during the spring legislative session or consider new legislation before the end of the year.
Several major issues could be back on the table, including efforts to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois, new regulations on data centers, and Governor JB Pritzker’s controversial BUILD Act.
Lawmakers could once again consider legislation aimed at helping the Chicago Bears secure a new stadium in Illinois. Previous proposals involving property taxes and stadium financing failed to gain approval during the spring session, and questions remain about the potential costs to taxpayers.
Another major issue expected to receive attention is the POWER Act, a sweeping proposal that would establish new regulations for data centers.
Lawmakers may also revisit the Governor’s BUILD agenda, controversial housing proposals that stalled earlier this year amid opposition to provisions that would remove decision-making authority from local communities.
Legislation passed during the Veto Session that is intended to take effect before June 1, 2027, would require a three-fifths vote in both chambers.
Illinois residents can follow floor debate, committee action, and other legislative action by visiting ilga.gov.
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