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SB 99

PROP TX-VETERANS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Hastings and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois bill modifying property tax provisions for veterans; currently in committee with extended deadlines indicating ongoing legislative negotiation.

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Bill Summary · SB 99

Legislative bill overview

SB 99 is an Illinois bill introduced by Senators Mike Porfirio and Mike Hastings that addresses property tax provisions for veterans. The bill currently sits in committee assignments after being re-referred on June 2, 2025, with multiple extended deadlines suggesting ongoing deliberation or negotiation.

Why is this important

Property tax policy directly affects veterans' financial burden and housing affordability. Illinois has existing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans and other veteran populations, so this bill likely modifies, expands, or clarifies those provisions—impacting both individual veterans' finances and municipal tax revenue collection.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact on municipalities: Expanding veteran property tax exemptions reduces local government revenue, potentially requiring alternative funding sources or service reductions
  • Definition and eligibility scope: Disputes may arise over which veteran categories qualify (service-connected disabled, all honorably discharged, specific war periods, etc.)
  • Administrative burden: Verifying veteran status and managing exemptions creates compliance costs for assessors and county offices

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

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