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HB 4431

USE/OCC TX-MODIFIED VEHICLES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Nicole La Ha

HB 4431 modifies Illinois use and occupancy tax treatment for modified vehicles, affecting how state revenue is calculated and collected from vehicle customization.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 4431

Legislative bill overview

HB 4431 addresses the use and occupancy taxation of modified vehicles in Illinois. The bill appears to clarify or alter how modified vehicles are taxed under the state's use and occupancy tax framework. Specific provisions are limited in the available information, but the bill targets a potential gap or inconsistency in vehicle tax classification.

Why is this important

Vehicle taxation directly affects both individual owners and state revenue streams. Clarifying how modified vehicles are taxed prevents tax avoidance, ensures fairness across taxpayers, and provides certainty for vehicle owners and dealers about their tax obligations. This impacts anyone who modifies vehicles for personal or commercial purposes in Illinois.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "modified": The bill may face debate over what constitutes a vehicle modification subject to additional taxation (cosmetic vs. structural vs. performance changes)
  • Retroactive application: Questions may arise about whether the tax applies to previously modified vehicles or only future modifications
  • Business impact: Vehicle customization shops and dealers may argue the tax creates competitive disadvantages or operational burdens compared to out-of-state competitors

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

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