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HB 2388

PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Harry Benton and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois bill proposing property tax freeze for seniors to reduce financial burden on fixed-income elderly homeowners while potentially shifting revenue pressure to other taxpayers.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2388

Legislative bill overview

HB 2388 proposes a property tax freeze for senior citizens in Illinois, likely capping or limiting property tax increases on homes owned by qualifying elderly residents. The bill has progressed through initial committee assignments and is currently under Rules Committee review as of March 2025.

Why is this important

Property taxes are a significant financial burden for fixed-income seniors, often forcing elderly homeowners to sell properties or struggle with rising costs. A tax freeze would provide direct tax relief to a vulnerable population, though it raises questions about revenue replacement for local governments and schools that depend on property tax revenue.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Freezing senior property taxes shifts the tax burden to other property owners or reduces funding for schools, municipalities, and county services
  • Eligibility criteria: Questions remain about age thresholds, income limits, asset limits, and whether the freeze applies statewide or varies by jurisdiction
  • Implementation complexity: Determining which seniors qualify and managing the program requires administrative infrastructure and potential disputes over eligibility

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

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