Debate intensifies over tackling Illinois' housing shortage

Debate intensifies over tackling Illinois' housing shortage

With five days left in Illinois’ legislative session, one of the biggest questions remains how lawmakers will tackle the housing shortage. Gov. JB Pritzker said he believes at least some of his BUILD plan for affordable housing will make it over the finish line. “Housing is a hugely important issue. I think we’ve raised that issue. Lots of bills that are running through the Senate and the House right now, and we’re hopeful to see some of those p…