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IL HR0077
Resolution
Status
2/1/2019
Primary Sponsor
Charles Meier
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AI Summary
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House Resolution opposing any proposed tax on miles traveled on Illinois roads, whether through GPS tracking technology or odometer readings
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Identifies three proposed mileage-based user fee (MBUF) plans: a 1.5¢ per mile fee using GPS tracking in a smartphone app or device, a 1.5¢ per mile fee based on monthly odometer readings, and a flat annual fee of $450
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Argues such taxes would create undue hardship for rural Illinoisans who drive longer distances for work and school, raise privacy concerns through GPS monitoring, and reduce state competitiveness
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Resolves that the House of Representatives opposes all efforts at state or local level to impose a new tax on miles traveled
Legislative Description
PER MILE DRIVING TAX-OPPOSE
Last Action
Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
7/2/2019