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IL HB3131
Bill
Status
2/25/2015
Primary Sponsor
Jack Franks
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AI Summary
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Amends the Property Tax Code to require taxing districts to hold a public hearing and approve by ordinance or resolution any tax rate increase in the aggregate levy, even if not otherwise required by Truth in Taxation law.
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Modifies Section 18-65 to limit levies to the lesser of 105% of the previous year's final aggregate levy or an amount that does not exceed the previous year's final tax rate for all aggregate funds.
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Requires corporate authorities to approve the total tax rate at least 30 days prior to extension and certify it to the county clerk when aggregate tax rate increases.
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Mandates public notice of proposed tax increases be published 7-14 days before the hearing in a prominent format (at least 1/8 page, 12-point font, black border) with specific information including current and prior year tax amounts and estimated impact on a $100,000 home.
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
PROP TX-INCREASED RATE
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
3/27/2015