What is Governor Quinn doing to modernize and reform government?
During this fiscal crisis, Governor Quinn has taken a number of steps to modernize the way that Illinois does business, which will protect taxpayers’ dollars, and will allow the State of Illinois to better serve its citizens. One of these steps includes the implementation of an Integrated Care Delivery System for Medicaid patients who are older adults or persons with disabilities. This population is a small share of the total number of people that are covered by the State of Illinois, but their care requires a majority of the costs. By implementing this system, the state will be able to save hundreds of millions of dollars in the coming years, and provide a higher quality of care to those who need it the most. Governor Quinn also worked with members of the General Assembly to overhaul the way that the state purchases goods and services. This reform will create a more ethical environment in state government, and may also save the state money. By reforming the way contracts are entered,
