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Summer Survey 2025
Critical challenges face our state, and tough decisions must be made by legislators. Your voice and input is valuable, and I would like to hear from you about the issues currently facing our state.
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1. Governor Pritzker and his legislative allies just pushed through a budget that contains nearly a billion dollars in tax increases, gimmicks, and one-time revenues. The Governor has increased state spending by nearly 40% since he was elected. Do you believe Illinois should cut spending and live within its means before asking families to pay higher taxes?
Yes, the state should cut spending before raising taxes on families
Maybe, depending on what the spending is for
No, I support the current spending levels even if it means higher taxes
2. Illinois Democrats proposed a $1.50 tax on nearly all deliveries to help fund the Chicagoland transit system. Do you support paying $1.50 on all delivered items (Amazon, food delivery, online clothing orders, etc.)?
Yes, I support paying $1.50 on all delivered items
No, I do not support paying $1.50 on all delivered items
Undecided
3. A proposal is pending in Springfield that would reconfigure the governing board for the Chicagoland transit system that serves Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will Counties. The proposal gives Chicago and Cook County more control over decision-making and minimizes the voice of the suburbs at the decision-making table.
I support this proposed governance structure
I am opposed to this governance structure and believe the suburban counties should have equity in board positions and voting power
Undecided
4. Governor Pritzker’s allies floated the idea of a service tax during the most recent General Assembly. Do you support the idea of taxing everyday services, such as services provided by a mechanic, plumber, hairdresser or babysitter?
Yes, I support the idea of taxing everyday services
No, I do not support the idea of taxing everyday services
Undecided
5. Governor Pritzker’s allies are considering a tax on digital advertisements, the cost of which would likely be passed onto consumers. Do you support this tax?
Yes, I support this tax
No, I do not support this tax
Undecided
6. While Washington is cutting taxes, Governor Pritzker’s allies are raising them. Do you think Illinois is moving in the wrong direction?
Yes, we need to reverse course
No, I think they’re doing the right thing
Undecided
7. Under Governor Pritzker, Illinois has been spending roughly $1 billion per year on programs (including free healthcare) for illegal immigrants.
I oppose using taxpayer dollars for non-citizen programs
I support limited emergency or humanitarian aid
I support expanding services for all, regardless of status
8. Do you support stronger enforcement of immigration and border laws?
Yes, the state should support efforts to deport non-citizens who commit violent crimes
No, policies should be more lenient
Undecided
9. Do you support using taxpayer dollars to help fund professional sports stadiums in Illinois?
Yes, I support using taxpayer dollars to help fund professional sports stadiums in Illinois
No, I do not support using taxpayer dollars to help fund professional sports stadiums in Illinois
Undecided
10. Legislation recently passed that requires firearm owners to keep all guns locked in a safe if a minor under 18 could be present. It also requires gun owners to report firearm thefts within 48 hours or face criminal prosecution, even if they don’t know that the theft took place. Do you agree with this law?
Yes, I agree
No, I do not agree
Undecided
11. Legislation is pending in the General Assembly that would allow individuals with certain terminal illnesses to receive a prescription to end their lives. Do you believe terminal patients should have this ability?
Yes, I believe terminal patients should have this ability
No, I do not believe terminal patients should have this ability
Undecided
12. Is corruption a major issue in Illinois government?
Yes, it’s a serious problem
Somewhat, there are issues, but it's not the biggest concern
No, I don’t see it as a major issue
13. Do you believe parents have the right to homeschool their children without government interference?
Yes, I believe parents have the right
No, I do not believe parents have the right
Undecided
14. Earlier in the year, legislation was discussed which would ban schools from using native American imagery and names for mascots and team names.
Yes, the state should enact this ban
No, the state should not enact this ban
Undecided
15. Do you believe parents should have more say in their child’s education?
Yes, parents should have more transparency and input
No, educators should make those decisions
Undecided
16. In your opinion, what is the number one issue the General Assembly needs to address immediately?
17. Illinois law allows broad access to abortion, including public funding and no parental notification requirement for minors. What best describes your view?
I believe Illinois should place more limits on abortion access
I believe abortion should remain legal but with some restrictions
I believe Illinois should continue to protect unrestricted access to abortion
18. How confident are you about staying in Illinois long term?
Very confident – I see a future here
Somewhat confident – But the cost of living is a concern
Not confident – I’ve considered leaving
19. What is your biggest financial pressure right now? (Check all that apply.)
Grocery and household costs
Childcare or after-school care
Healthcare or prescriptions
Gas and utility bills
Property taxes
College or student loans
Saving for retirement
Other (please specify at end of survey)
20. What best describes your view on Second Amendment rights in Illinois?
Illinois already has too many restrictions on gun ownership
I support protecting the right to legally own and carry firearms, including commonly owned rifles
I support additional restrictions, like stronger background checks, waiting periods, and an assault weapon ban
21. Illinois recently passed an “assault weapons” ban, which makes many popular semi-automatic rifles and shotguns illegal. Do you agree with this ban?
Yes, I agree with this ban
No, I do not agree with this ban
Undecided
22. Should transgender individuals be allowed to use facilities (including restrooms and locker rooms) that match the gender that they identify with?
Yes, they should be allowed
No, they should not be allowed
Undecided
23. Are you concerned about rising energy prices?
Yes, I am concerned
No, I am not concerned
Undecided
24. Do current criminal justice policies in Illinois make communities like ours more or less safe?
More safe. I support current policies
Less safe. We need more accountability and deterrence
No change. I haven’t noticed a difference
25. Do you feel that Illinois needs to take action to reduce the cost of property taxes?
Yes, Illinois needs to take action to reduce the cost of property taxes
No, Illinois does not need to take action to reduce the cost of property taxes
Undecided
26. Are you or a family member a veteran?
I am a veteran
I have a family member who is a veteran
No
27. Are you a member of a union?
Yes, I am a member of a trade union
Yes, I am a member of a public sector union (government employee, teacher, police/fire, etc.)
No, I am not a member of a union
28. If you are a member of a public sector union, are you part of the Tier I or Tier II pension system?
Tier I
Tier II
29. Which of the following applies to you?
I am working
I am retired
I am at home
I am unemployed
30. Are you or a family member a teacher?
I am a teacher
A family member is a teacher
No
31. Do you have children who currently attend a public K-12 school, a private K-12 school, or who are homeschooled? (check all that apply)
I have children who attend private school
I have children who attend public school
I have children who are homeschooled
No, none of these apply
32. My office can often help when a constituent has an issue with a state agency or other units of government. Are there any issues where we could be of assistance?
33. Would you like to sign up to receive email updates from Senator Wilcox?
Yes
No
34. Would you like to receive occasional text messages from Senator Wilcox?
Yes
No
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