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League of Women Voters Supports Tax Reform
Much has been written lately about the fiscal ill health of the State of Illinois.
For more than three decades, the League of Women Voters of Illinois have advocated
for a state fiscal policy that relies on a diversified revenue system of broad-based
taxes and user fees, that is equitable, progressive, and stable. Therefore,
we strongly urge the Illinois General Assembly to enact tax reform legislation
this session.
The League strongly supports SB2288 which provides for a long-term sustainable
source of funding for Illinois schools and human services, provides property
tax relief for homeowners and businesses and also creates a revenue source for
a $1 billion capital improvement program that will not only address infrastructure
needs, but act as an economic engine by putting people to work here at home.
Senate Bill 2288 is the best opportunity for Illinois to address the financial
woes while still leaving it ranked as one of the lowest income taxed states
in the nation.
These discussions have been going on for far too many years and it is time for
our elected legislators to act in the name of good government and on behalf
of all people of Illinois. Please help the League of Women Voters by calling
your State Representative and State Senator and urging their support of this
historic legislation, SB2288. |
