HB5757 Summary

• County clerk must file certified copies of any ordinance, resolution, or document related to imposing, discontinuing, or changing tax rates with the Department of Revenue within the time designated by law, or no later than 30 days after passage or voter approval if no deadline is specified.

• County clerk must provide written verification to the county board of the filing with the Department of Revenue within 5 days of submission.

• County board, sheriff, or State's Attorney may file a circuit court action to compel the county clerk to file documents or provide written verification if the clerk fails to do so.

• County clerk may be held in contempt of court and subject to punishment if the clerk refuses to testify or comply with a court order requiring filing or verification.

• Bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.