Budget & Taxes

in committee · Illinois · House May 18, 2026

HR 906: SUPPORTS-ANTIFRAUD EFFORTS

Expresses support for ongoing federal efforts to eliminate fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption in government spending. Commends President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their leadership and commitment to restoring transparency, accountability, and fiscal discipline in the administration of public benefit programs. Calls upon Governor JB Pritzker, all relevant state agencies, and the State of Illinois to fully comply with all federal antifraud reviews, audits, and enforcement initiatives related to Medicaid and other taxpayer-funded programs. Encourages the State of Illinois to strengthen its own antifraud oversight tools, improve accountability mechanisms, and fully cooperate with efforts to ensure taxpayer dollars are protected from misuse.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal discipline, transparency, and accountability in government spending, aligning with support for budget management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending

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in committee · Illinois · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 4210: $UNIV OF IL-EXTENSION PROGRAM

Appropriates $1,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the University of Illinois for the purpose of increasing the extension service trust fund allocation for the University of Illinois Extension program to enable the University of Illinois Extension program to achieve the stated purpose of the Farmland Transition Commission under the Farmland Transition Commission Act, which includes examining current barriers individuals ages 25 through 40 years old face when trying to purchase or access farmland, reviewing current incentives and policies to encourage the transfer of farmland to current or prospective farmers ages 25 through 40 years old, and compiling resources about and assisting current and prospective farmers ages 25 through 40 years old with barriers in purchasing or otherwise accessing farmland for farm operations. Effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $1M from General Revenue Fund to fund University of Illinois Extension program, directly increasing state spending for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates $1M to fund University of Illinois Extension, enhancing educational access and programs for adults.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Revenue Higher Education

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in committee · Illinois · Senate May 22, 2026

SB 4208: $DCEO-RESTAURANTS

Appropriates the sum of $1,250,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for a grant to the Illinois Restaurant Association for all costs associated with workforce development and training. Effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $1.25M from the General Revenue Fund to fund workforce development and training for restaurants, directly increasing government spending on public services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds workforce development and training for restaurants, enhancing worker skills and employment opportunities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Workforce Development

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in committee · Illinois · House May 26, 2026

HB 5771: $HIGHER ED-PRISON EDUC PROGRAM

Appropriates $450,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Illinois Community College Board for competitive per capita grants for prison education programs that assist incarcerated students in attaining associate degrees. Appropriates $350,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Board of Higher Education for competitive per capita grants for prison education programs that assist incarcerated students in attaining bachelor's degrees. Effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $800k from General Revenue Fund to fund prison education programs, directly increasing government spending on public services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds prison education programs to assist incarcerated students, directly supporting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $800,000 to fund prison education programs, expanding educational access for incarcerated students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Corrections Higher Education

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in committee · Illinois · House May 26, 2026

HB 5792: MUNI CD-TICKET RESALE TAX

Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that the corporate authorities of a municipality may impose a tax upon all persons engaged in the business of acting as a resale facilitator within the municipality. Provides that the tax may not be imposed on (i) the original sale of a ticket or license by the owner, operator, or manager of an amusement, either directly or through a third party; (ii) the resale of a ticket or license to a ticket broker registered with the Office of the Secretary of State under the Ticket Sale and Resale Act; or (iii) the resale of a ticket or license by a ticket broker to another ticket broker registered with the Office of the Secretary of State under the Ticket Sale and Resale Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes municipalities to impose a tax on ticket resale facilitators, generating revenue for local budgets.90% confidence

Tags Local Government

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in committee · Illinois · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 4207: $ICCB-PATH PROGRAM

Appropriates $15,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Illinois Community College Board for the Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce (PATH) Program. Effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $15M to fund the PATH Program, directly increasing state spending on healthcare workforce development.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates $15M to fund the PATH Program, expanding healthcare workforce education access and strengthening vocational training.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $15M to fund the PATH Program, which aims to advance the healthcare workforce pipeline.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds the PATH Program to advance the healthcare workforce, directly supporting labor and employment by expanding training and workforce development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Higher Education Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · Illinois · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 4204: PROP TX-FARMLAND VALUATION

Amends the Property Tax Code. Makes changes concerning certifications by the Department of Revenue for the purpose of establishing guidelines and valuations for farmland. Provides that cropland, permanent pasture, and other farmland shall be defined according to guidelines issued by the Department of Revenue (currently, U.S. Census Bureau definitions). Makes changes concerning equalization factors applied to farmland property. In provisions concerning property under a forestry management plan, provides that the Department of Natural Resources shall inform the Department of Revenue of each parcel of land covered by an approved forestry management plan, and the Department of Revenue shall notify each chief county assessment officer of each parcel of land covered by an approved forestry management plan (currently, the Department of Natural Resources notifies the Department of Revenue and each chief county assessment officer). Effective immediately.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill adjusts farmland valuation guidelines, likely reducing property tax burdens for agricultural owners, which supports fiscal relief for specific economic sectors.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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in committee · Illinois · House May 12, 2026

HB 5768: $DCEO-RICH TOWNSHIP

Appropriates $500,000, or so much of that amount as may be necessary, from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for a grant to the Rich Township Chamber of Commerce for the purpose of making subgrant payments to small businesses for technical assistance, training equipment, operations, programming, training facilities, and curriculum implementation. Effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $500,000 from the General Revenue Fund to fund small business technical assistance and training, directly advancing the state budget topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue

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in committee · Illinois · Senate May 18, 2026

SR 804: SUPPORTS-ANTIFRAUD EFFORTS

Expresses support for ongoing federal efforts to eliminate fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption in government spending. Commends President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their leadership and commitment to restoring transparency, accountability, and fiscal discipline in the administration of public benefit programs. Calls upon Governor JB Pritzker, all relevant state agencies, and the State of Illinois to fully comply with all federal antifraud reviews, audits, and enforcement initiatives related to Medicaid and other taxpayer-funded programs. Encourages the State of Illinois to strengthen its own antifraud oversight tools, improve accountability mechanisms, and fully cooperate with efforts to ensure taxpayer dollars are protected from misuse.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal discipline and accountability in government spending, aligning with support for responsible budget management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending

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in committee · Illinois · House May 29, 2026

HB 5794: ANTI-WEAPONIZATION FUND TAX

Creates the Anti-Weaponization Fund Tax Act. Imposes a tax upon any resident of the State who receives compensation from the Anti-Weaponization Fund established by the United States Department of Justice as a result of the settlement agreement in Trump v. Internal Revenue Service in an amount equal to 100% of that compensation. Contains provisions concerning returns. Provides that the proceeds from the tax shall be deposited into the General Revenue Fund. Effective immediately.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes a new tax to generate revenue for the General Revenue Fund, directly advancing state budget capacity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue

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