FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 5, 2020
Illinois Manufacturers’ Association Responds to Governor’s Plan to Reopen State
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association released the following statement regarding Gov. JB Pritzker’s plan to reopen the state’s economy:
“Illinois’ economy has been devastated by this pandemic, which has put at risk not just lives but also livelihoods. While many manufacturers across the state have continued operating to produce needed medical products, safe and nutritious food, and equipment for our first responders, others are eager to start production and put people back to work,” said Mark Denzler, president & CEO of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. “We appreciate Gov. Pritzker’s focus on a plan that puts Illinois on a path to safely re-opening. Manufacturers are ready to unleash their full economic might to help restore our state’s economy.”
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