Take Action: Adopt a Millionaires’ Tax in Illinois
A new bill in the Illinois General Assembly could help solve our state's funding troubles! HJRCA21 adds 3% to the individual income tax rate for incomes over $1 million—and requires the resulting funds to be distributed 50/50 between property tax relief and education.
Take a minute to submit a witness slip supporting HJRCA21 by 8:00 am on Thursday, April 9.
The Illinois House Revenue & Finance Committee will meet Thursday, April 9, at 8:00 am to discuss HJRCA21.
This source of education funding could relieve future budget pressures on other priorities. It is estimated to raise $4.5 billion in the second year. Learn more about the impacts of adopting a millionaires’ tax in Illinois.
HOW TO SUBMIT A WITNESS SLIP
Witness slips are a quick and easy way to help show support for the bill. Here are some tips:
In Section I, fill out your information. In the 'Firm/Business or Agency' and 'Title' boxes, enter "Self"
In Section II Representation, enter "Self" into the box
In Section III Position, select “Original Bill" and “Proponent” from the drop down menus and click ‘Add Position’
In Section IV Testimony, mark "Record of Appearance Only"
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