IL HR0358

Urges Governor Rauner to end frivolous spending at the Department of Innovation and Technology, citing $208,000 spent on annual professional subscription memberships by Secretary Hardik Bhatt, who earns $145,000 annually.

Criticizes the Department of Innovation and Technology for lacking transparency requirements compared to other state agencies, noting $71 million was transferred from the General Revenue Fund to other departmental funds without adequate oversight.

Admonishes Secretary Bhatt and urges him to immediately cancel the subscriptions and make the department more open and transparent.

Emphasizes Illinois's budget crisis, including a $12.7 billion bill backlog and cuts to vital services including domestic violence victim support, childcare assistance for 47,000 children, and cancer screenings.

Directs delivery of the resolution to Governor Rauner and Secretary Bhatt.