# Governor Bruce Rauner

# Last Modification Date: Sep 26, 2016

Sep 02, 2015

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**Bruce Rauner** was sworn in as the 42nd Governor of Illinois on January 12, 2015. Governor Rauner’s goal is to create a more prosperous state, where everyone has an opportunity to succeed. He is focused on delivering value for taxpayers, creating a pro-jobs economic climate, ensuring world-class schools and educational options for every Illinoisan and bringing greater accountability to state government. Rauner was born in Illinois and attended Dartmouth College and Harvard Business School.

Contact: <http://www.illinois.gov/gov/contactus/>

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