Support Real Property Tax Relief through HB 9, HB 2543, & HB 1142

Illinoisans are tired of property tax relief gimmicks and deserve real relief!

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Dear Official(s),

I am writing as a deeply concerned Illinois citizen and taxpayer struggling under one of the heaviest property tax burdens in the nation.
A recent analysis by the Tax Foundation found Illinois property taxes as a percentage of housing value was the 2nd highest in the nation at 1.95 percent — more than double the national average.
This tax calculator shows the stark contrast in taxes Illinois residents pay compared to other states. For example, in Illinois, taxpayers spend nearly $9,000 in property taxes on a $420,400 home. That same home would amount to just under $4,000 in taxes in nearby Indiana.
This unsustainable pressure is straining family budgets, forcing many of our neighbors to make painful sacrifices. Some face the heartbreaking choice between paying ever-rising property taxes or saving for their children’s education, retirement, or even basic household necessities.
Our communities deserve property tax relief. That is why I urge you to support and co-sponsor the following bills, each designed to provide concrete steps toward genuine property tax reform:
1. HB 9 – Education Property Tax Relief Fund
1. HB 2543 – Taxpayer Empowerment Act
1. HB 1142 – TIF District Referendums
At a time when families are often forced to consider moving to other states to escape exorbitant tax bills, we owe it to ourselves and future generations to restore affordability and competitiveness.
I respectfully request that you do all in your power to advance HB 9, HB 2543, and HB 1142. By co-sponsoring these bills, you can stand in solidarity with Illinois residents who yearn for relief from relentless property tax hikes.
Your leadership and advocacy on this critical issue could bring long-overdue relief to our hardworking families, help stabilize our housing markets, and strengthen our communities for years to come.
I am writing as a deeply concerned Illinois citizen and taxpayer struggling under one of the heaviest property tax burdens in the nation.

Sincerely,

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HB 9 – Education Property Tax Relief Fund

- Establishes the Education Property Tax Relief Fund, which will use savings from the 2010 Tier 2 pension reforms to provide dedicated property tax relief.
- 5–7% property tax relief in year one of implementation by the state paying down $2-$2.5 billion in property taxes.
- Discourages new pension sweeteners that would further burden already overtaxed Illinoisans.
- Ensures investments in the Property Tax Relief Fund directly reduce homeowners’ property tax bills dollar-for-dollar.

HB 2543 – Taxpayer Empowerment Act
- It allows citizens to call binding referendums to cut property tax levies by up to 10% if approved by voters.
- It gives taxpayers a direct way to curb excessive local tax increases.
- Provides a democratic check and balance against local governments maxing out yearly hikes on excessively high property taxes.

HB 1142 – TIF District Referendums
- Illinois has nearly 1,500 TIF districts across 500+ municipalities, all created without direct voter approval.
- TIF extensions jumped 137% between 2014 and 2023, from $981 million to $2.338 billion—making them the fastest-growing property tax expense in Illinois.
- The bill mandates transparency and voter approval before establishing new TIF districts.