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HB 1378

PROP TX-REFUNDS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Bob Rita

Illinois HB 1378 modifies property tax refund procedures, currently in legislative review with potential impact on taxpayer reimbursements and state revenue administration.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1378

Legislative bill overview

HB 1378 proposes modifications to Illinois property tax refund procedures and eligibility requirements. The bill has been referred through multiple committees since its introduction in January 2025, currently pending in the Rules Committee as of March 2025.

Why is this important

Property tax refunds affect millions of Illinois homeowners and businesses, making changes to refund processes directly impact household finances and government revenue collection. The bill's progression through specialized committees (Revenue & Finance, Property Tax Subcommittee) indicates the legislature is examining technical or substantive changes to how property taxes are administered.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact clarity: Without bill text details, the effect on state revenues versus taxpayer relief remains unclear—changes could either increase refunds (benefiting taxpayers) or restrict them (benefiting the state budget)
  • Property tax equity concerns: Property tax refund reforms often create winners and losers across different property classes, income levels, or geographic areas
  • Implementation timeline: New refund procedures could create administrative burdens on county assessors and the Department of Revenue during transition periods

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

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