KBRA Assigns AA+ Rating to State of Illinois, Build Illinois Bonds (Sales Tax Revenue), Junior Obligation Series A and B of June 2026; Affirms Parity Debt; Stable Outlook

KBRA assigns a long-term rating of AA+ with a Stable Outlook to the State of Illinois (the "State"), Build Illinois Bonds (Sales Tax Revenue Bonds), Junior Obligation Series A and B of June 2026 (the "Junior Bonds"). KBRA additionally affirms the long-term rating of AA+ with a Stable Outlook for the State's outstanding parity Junior Obligation Build Illinois Bonds.

Key Credit Considerations

The rating actions were because of the following key credit considerations:

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