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SB 3169

REVENUE-AFFORDABLE HOUSING

104th Regular Session Introduced by Cristina Castro and 8 co-sponsors

Illinois bill dedicates new state revenue to affordable housing programs, targeting housing accessibility through dedicated funding mechanism under committee review.

Senate Committee Amendment No. 3 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 3169

Legislative bill overview

SB 3169 is an Illinois bill designed to generate revenue specifically dedicated to affordable housing initiatives. The measure was introduced by Senators Graciela Guzmán and Dave Koehler and has undergone committee amendments as of March 2026. The bill's specific revenue mechanism and housing provisions are not detailed in the available legislative actions.

Why is this important

Illinois faces significant affordable housing shortages, particularly in urban areas like Chicago, where rising costs have displaced lower-income residents. Dedicated revenue streams for affordable housing are rare in state budgets, making any mechanism to fund such programs potentially impactful for housing accessibility and community stability across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue source unclear – Without knowing the specific tax or fee mechanism, stakeholders cannot assess whether the burden falls on businesses, residents, property owners, or another group, which could affect political support
  • Affordability definitions – Disagreement may arise over what constitutes "affordable" housing and which income levels the program targets, affecting who benefits
  • Implementation details – Questions about whether revenue goes directly to developers, municipalities, or a state housing fund, and how accountability and effectiveness will be measured

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

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