State releases $500 million for statewide innovation network Feb 13, 2020 | Health Tech, Legislature, Top Stories Gov. JB Pritzker announced Wednesday the state will release $500 million to support a major hub aimed at boosting entrepreneurship, research and workforce development.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.