A new bridge connecting Illinois and Missouri is expected to eventually ease supply chain issues around the country. The $531 million dollar I-270 Chain of Rocks bridge over the Mississippi River is being paid for by both states. State Representative Jay Hoffman says the project is the result of two states working together.
Governor J.B. Pritzker was asked about the substantial difference in gas prices between Missouri and Illinois, which are about 80 cents a gallon cheaper in Missouri.
The annual inflation-based increase in Illinois’ gas tax goes into effect July 1. The tax will increase to 45.4 cents per gallon. In 2019, before Pritzker raised the tax, it was 19 cents a gallon.
Story from Illinois Radio Network
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