Darren Bailey: position changes

Dated, sourced statements and votes, and how they have changed.

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Counted position changes

Reviewed 2026-10-19: news search for reported position changes (same depth for both major candidates in the race).

1. Pausing data center tax incentives (change)

Earlier (Statement, Feb 2026): “We heard about … even a pause on data center tax incentives at a time when other states are competing aggressively for investment.” Capitol News Illinois, Aug 17, 2026

Later (Statement, Aug 2026): “I think we need to have an immediate halt because ultimately, if we continue on this path that we're going on, energy prices are going to continue to skyrocket.” Capitol News Illinois, Aug 17, 2026

Statements over time

Pausing data center tax incentives

Quotes are as reported by each linked source. Sources checked Oct 19, 2026; weekly refresh Oct 20, 2026.

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