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SB 2277

INC TX-CHILD CARE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Chris Balkema and 8 co-sponsors

Illinois SB 2277 increases the child care tax credit to reduce costs for working families, currently in committee review.

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 2277

Legislative bill overview

SB 2277 proposes to increase the child care tax credit in Illinois, expanding financial support for families with child care expenses. The bill has been re-referred to committee assignments as of June 2025, indicating it remains in the early-to-middle stages of the legislative process with multiple deadline extensions.

Why is this important

Child care costs represent a significant burden for working families, often consuming 10-30% of household income. Expanding tax credits can improve affordability and potentially increase workforce participation, particularly among lower and middle-income families, while also supporting the child care industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and funding: Questions about whether the state budget can accommodate expanded credits or if other programs must be reduced
  • Eligibility criteria: Debate over income thresholds, family types covered, and whether benefits should extend to all workers or target specific groups
  • Program design: Disagreement over whether direct credits, subsidies to providers, or other mechanisms better serve families and the child care sector

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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