Budget & Taxes

in committee · Illinois · House May 7, 2026

HB 1024: LOCAL CLOSED-DOOR TAX INCREASE

Creates the Prohibition of Closed-Door Tax Increases Act. Provides that a unit of local government may not increase a levied tax without authorization by referendum of the electors of the unit of local government. Provides that a referendum to increase a levied tax must include a sunset clause on which the tax increase authorized by the referendum measure shall expire. Provides that, if an increase in a levied tax is intended to generate a cash flow to service a debt, the increase must sunset no later than the date that the debt is scheduled to be paid off, and, if an increase in a levied tax is intended to generate a cash flow that will be spent for purposes other than debt service, the increase must sunset no later than 10 years after the date on which the tax increase begins. Provides that, to the extent the Act conflicts with any other provision of law, the Act controls. Provides that nothing in the Act infringes upon the right of a unit of local government to impose or increase nontax fines or fees. Provides that the Department of Revenue shall adopt rules to enforce the Act. Limits concurrent exercise of home rule taxing powers.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts local tax increases without voter approval, requiring referendums and sunset clauses to limit unfunded tax hikes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Tags Local Government

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in committee · Illinois · Senate Dec 1, 2025

SB 216: PTELL-AGGREGATE EXTENSION

Amends the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law in the Property Tax Code. Provides that a taxing district shall reduce its aggregate extension base for the purpose of lowering its limiting rate for future years upon referendum approval initiated by the submission of a petition by the voters of the district. Provides that the extension limitation shall be: (a) the lesser of 5% or the average percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index for the 10 years immediately preceding the levy year for which the extension limitation is being calculated; or (b) the rate of increase approved by the voters. Effective immediately.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill enables taxing districts to reduce property tax rates via voter referendum, restricting annual tax increases by limiting extension base growth per CPI/5% cap.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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in committee · Illinois · House Feb 5, 2025

HR 95: NO TAX INCREASES

This is a non-binding House resolution (HR 95), not a bill with enforceable policy. It states that Illinois House members commit to not voting for any tax increases to balance the state's budget for the 104th General Assembly. The resolution cites concerns about existing tax hikes (like corporate loss extensions and high gas taxes) and warns against proposed tax plans for pension funding, but it does not change any tax laws or directly affect residents. As a procedural statement, it has no legal effect on current or future tax policy.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly commits House members to oppose tax increases for budget balancing, directly restricting tax hikes as a policy stance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions

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in committee · Illinois · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 2660: PROP TX-ASSESSMENT LIMIT

Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, in all counties, any change in assessment resulting from reassessment in the general assessment year shall not exceed the lesser of the following: (1) 3% of the assessed value of the property for the prior year; or (2) the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index during the 12-month calendar year preceding the assessment year. Provides that the limitation does not apply if the increase in assessment is attributable to an addition, improvement, or modification to the property. Preempts the power of home rule units to tax. Effective immediately.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesLimits annual property tax assessment increases to 3% or CPI, restricting government revenue growth from property taxes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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in committee · Illinois · House Jan 9, 2025

HB 1133: REVENUE-SPENDING REDUCTION

Creates the Spending Reduction and Revenue Control Act. Provides that the General Assembly shall not pass any bill that either (i) creates new State taxes or (ii) increases existing State taxes until an appropriation bill or bills are passed that, in the aggregate, represent a reduction in the spending levels from the previous fiscal year. Provides that every State agency shall submit to the General Assembly a recommended list of spending efficiencies and budget reductions they deem necessary in order to help the General Assembly comply with the provisions of the Act. Effective immediately.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits new/raised state taxes until spending cuts are enacted, restricting tax increases as a core provision.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending Revenue State Budget

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in committee · Illinois · House Mar 18, 2025

HB 4011: PROP TX-ASSESSMENT LIMIT

Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, in all counties, the equalized assessed value of property in a general assessment year shall not exceed the equalized assessed value of the property in the immediately preceding general assessment year, increased by the lesser of: (1) 3% of the equalized assessed value of the property for the immediately preceding general assessment year; or the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index during the 12-month calendar year preceding the general assessment year for which the property is being reassessed. Provides that the limitation does not apply if the increase in assessment is attributable to an addition, improvement, or modification to the property. Preempts the power of home rule units to tax. Effective immediately.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill caps annual property tax increases at 3% or CPI, limiting tax growth for property owners, directly restricting tax assessment increases.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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in committee · Illinois · Senate May 6, 2025

SR 114: PROGRESSIVE INCOME TAX-OPPOSE

Opposes a progressive income tax in Illinois. Opposes the reconsideration by the Illinois General Assembly of any constitutional amendment intended to change the flat-rate income tax language of subsection (a) of Section 3 of Article IX of the Constitution of Illinois.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly opposes implementing a progressive income tax and any constitutional change to the flat-rate system, directly restricting tax structure reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · Illinois · House Mar 21, 2025

HB 1199: PROP TX-EXTENSION LIMITATION

Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning in taxable year 2026, no county clerk may extend against any property an annual property tax that exceeds the amount generated by multiplying the property tax liability for the property in the immediately preceding taxable year by one plus the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index for the 12-month period ending in September of the immediately preceding taxable year, unless the increase in the property tax liability is the result of improvements to the property or the result of the removal of one or more exemptions that were granted with respect to the property for the immediately preceding taxable year. Effective immediately.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill caps annual property tax increases at CPI rate, limiting government revenue growth from property taxes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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in committee · Illinois · House Mar 27, 2026

HB 1497: PTELL-FREEZE

Amends the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law in the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for levy years 2026 through 2030, the term "taxing district" includes each home rule taxing district. Provides that, for levy years 2026 through 2030, the extension limitation is 0% or the rate of increase approved by the voters. Contains provisions setting forth the aggregate extension for taxing districts that became subject to the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law as a result of the amendatory Act. Sets forth powers and duties of the Department of Revenue. Limits the power of home rule units to tax. Effective immediately.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill freezes property tax increases at 0% for 2026-2030, restricting local tax hikes without voter approval, directly limiting tax revenue growth.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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in committee · Illinois · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 112: NO TAXES ON RETIREMENT INCOME

HR 112 is a resolution that expresses the belief that the Illinois Income Tax Act should not be amended to permit the taxation of retirement income. It advocates against any future changes that would allow the state to tax the income of retirees in Illinois.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly opposes taxing retirement income, preventing potential tax increases on retirees, aligning with 'oppose' indicators for restricting tax changes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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