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Mike Frerichs
Treasurer | Illinois

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Establishes Fund for Infrastructure and Economic Growth

Idea Category: Infrastructure

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs established The FIRST Fund, a first-of-its-kind impact investment fund dedicated to addressing the state's infrastructure needs while fostering economic growth. It would repair and improve the state's neglected infrastructure “backbone” like roads, electrical grids, schools, bridges, housing, and hospitals. The FIRST fund allows the state treasurer to allocate up to 5% of the state’s portfolio to invest in, create, and maintain sustainable infrastructure and real estate assets.

More Idea’s From Mike Frerichs

Infrastructure Development Account

Idea Category: Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP

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Raising The Bar: Treasurer Frerichs’ Responsible Investing Platform

Idea Category: Smart Government | Funding Source: ARP

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Student Investment Account Act

Idea Category: Education | Funding Source: ARP

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The Sustainable Investing Act

Idea Category: Climate Change | Funding Source: ARP

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