Illinois 2023-2024 Regular Session

Illinois Senate Bill SB2074

Introduced
2/9/23  
Refer
2/9/23  
Refer
2/21/23  

Caption

PROP TX-DISTRICT REIMBURSEMENT

Impact

The implications of this bill are significant for local taxation and intergovernmental relationships in DuPage County. Essentially, it permits a new mechanism for financing local services to a vulnerable segment of the population, namely those in substance abuse treatment. By allowing special assessments, the law will enable governmental units to recover costs incurred while providing services such as education and local public safety, which might not have been compensated under regular tax structures. This dynamic could lead to a shift in financial responsibility between districts and foster greater collaboration on social service provision.

Summary

SB2074, introduced by Senator Seth Lewis, seeks to amend the Property Tax Code of Illinois. The bill allows school districts and various units of local government within DuPage County to perform special assessments on any other taxing district for services rendered to residents of residential substance abuse treatment facilities. This provision comes with conditions that must be met by the assessing entities, particularly regarding the residency of individuals prior to their stay at the treatment facility and the nature of services provided by the taxing jurisdiction.

Contention

Despite its potential benefits, SB2074 may be met with opposition. Critics may see this bill as creating unnecessary financial burdens on certain taxing districts that would be assessed for services typically covered by state aid. There could also be concerns regarding how such assessments are calculated and the potential for disputes among jurisdictions over service provision. Moreover, entities in the treatment facilities may contend that, despite utilizing local services, they should not be subject to additional taxation due to their social support status, leading to further debate about the balance between fiscal responsibility and community health support.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IL HB3645

PROP TX-SCHOOL DISTRICTS

IL HB3841

PROP TX-PARK DISTRICT

IL HB3105

PROP TX-SCHOOL DISTRICTS

IL HB2105

PROP TX-TAX DISTRICTS OBJECT

IL SB2315

INC TX-STANDARD EXEMPTION

IL HB4695

PROP TX-LIMITATION

IL HB4657

PROP TX-HOUSING ABATEMENT

IL HB4943

MOTOR FUEL TAX-DISTRIBUTION

IL HB5183

PROP TX-ABATEMENTS

IL SB0317

PROP TX-TAXING DISTRICTS

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