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HB 5806 Illinois House · 104th Regular Session

SOCIAL MEDIA TAX-REPEAL

HB 5806 repeals Illinois state laws that imposed a fee on social media platforms. The bill amends the Business Corporation Act of 1983 to remove the specific provisions authorizing these charges. This change directly affects social media companies operating in Illinois by eliminating their obligation to pay this particular tax or fee.
Issues: ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly repeals a state tax/fee on social media platforms, reducing government revenue and limiting fiscal collection mechanisms.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill repeals a state fee on social media platforms, removing a regulatory financial burden and favoring tech companies over public revenue.85% confidence
Bill status introduced 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Aug 2026
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Introduced Aug 5, 2026 Last action Aug 5, 2026
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Travis Weaver
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