Public Accountability Report
Governor
(Appropriated Spending in Thousands)
| FY |
FY |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reporting Programs | Expenditures | Headcount | Expenditures | Headcount |
| Boards and Commissions Act | $ 656.9 | 7.0 | $ 556.2 | 5.0 |
| Constituent Services | $ 319.4 | 4.0 | $ 296.9 | 4.0 |
| Non-Reporting Programs | ||||
| $ 13,384.1 | 99.0 | $ 13,539.9 | 107.0 | |
| Totals | $ 14,360.4 | 110.0 | $ 14,393.0 | 116.0 |
Amounts may not sum to total due to rounding.
Agency Narrative
The Office of the Governor has spent the last year striving and working toward creating change for the State of Illinois. We have improved operations and initiatives in state agencies and worked with the legislature to pass significant statewide legislation. The Office of the Governor will maintain its goal of better serving the constituents of Illinois by working with all state partners and putting all Illinoisans first.
One of the best ways to participate in our democracy is by serving on a state board or commission. These groups oversee and advise Illinois' elected officials, state agencies, and organizations on a wide range of issues that affect the public welfare.
These boards and commissions also play a vital role in promoting efficient, effective, and honest government. For many, serving on a board or commission is one of the most rewarding experiences of their lives.
The Boards and Commissions division within the Office of the Governor has worked to fill every vacant seat on all state boards and commissions. During this reporting period of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, the Office of the Governor was able to appoint 573 qualified and diverse candidates to boards, commissions, and task forces.
The challenges when filling vacant seats continues to be the ability to find qualified and diverse candidates that will bring new perspectives to the board or commission. The Office of the Governor remains dedicated to filling all vacancies and finding candidates of the right background by tapping into new networks and professional communities to reach our goal of creating state boards and commissions that reflect the people of Illinois.
The Office of Constituent Affairs serves as a bridge between the Office of the Governor and the citizens of Illinois by connecting citizens to crucial state services. The office serves to build community relationships and enhance public awareness, while promoting positive change for all Illinoisans.
In fiscal year 2024, the Office of Constituent Affairs is proud to have processed nearly 55,500 constituent cases in partnership with our state agencies.
The Office of the Governor will continue to ensure the people of Illinois have a direct line of communication to our office.
