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HB 811

REVENUE-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Chris Welch

Illinois bill to modernize state revenue collection and tax administration systems through technological upgrades to improve efficiency and compliance.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 811

Legislative bill overview

HB 811 (REVENUE-TECH) is an Illinois bill sponsored by Rep. Chris Welch that appears designed to modernize revenue collection and tax administration through technological improvements. The bill has advanced through committee with a "Do Pass" recommendation but currently faces procedural delays in the legislative process.

Why is this important

Tax administration efficiency directly affects government revenue collection and compliance costs for businesses and individuals. Modernizing revenue technology can reduce administrative burden, improve accuracy, and potentially increase state revenue—making this relevant to both fiscal policy and business operations across Illinois.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Unclear whether significant upfront investment in new technology systems is fiscally justified versus incremental improvements
  • Data privacy and security: Modernized revenue systems collect sensitive taxpayer information, raising questions about data protection standards and cybersecurity measures
  • Small business compliance: Technological requirements for tax compliance could disproportionately burden smaller businesses lacking IT infrastructure compared to larger corporations

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

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