Government ❯ Politics ❯ Local Government ❯ Budgeting

Fiscal Policy

Finance Committee Approves Head‑Tax‑Free Budget Plan as Year‑End Shutdown Threat Looms

The council’s alternative leans on a short‑term cloud tax boost plus contested debt‑collection revenue, prompting warnings from the mayor.

Chicago Council Sets Rapid Budget Votes as Johnson Narrows Head Tax and Opponents Gain Momentum

Aldermen Unveil Head-Tax Alternative as Johnson Vows Veto of Garbage-Fee Hike

City Council Majority Urges Johnson to Drop Head Tax From 2026 Budget

Harris County Budget Clash Deepens as Delay of $101 Million Deputy Raises Fails, Hidalgo Walks Out