Illinois House Bill HB1846

Illinois 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/28/25
• Refer: 1/29/25
• Refer: 2/25/25
• Refer: 3/21/25

Caption

PROP TX-COMPLAINTS

Impact

The change could have significant implications on how local governments manage property tax disputes. By extending the timeline for filing complaints, the bill aims to reduce the pressure on property owners who may feel rushed to respond to an assessment. This is particularly important for small property owners who may lack the resources to quickly prepare their cases. Additionally, a longer filing period could lead to an increase in the number of complaints submitted, which may impact the workload of local review boards and potentially slow down the assessment process overall.

Summary

House Bill 1846 proposes an amendment to the Illinois Property Tax Code, specifically modifying the process for filing assessment complaints. Currently, complaints regarding property tax assessments must be filed with the board of review within 30 calendar days of the publication of the assessment list. HB1846 seeks to extend this period to 60 calendar days, thereby allowing property owners more time to assess and challenge their property valuations. This adjustment aims to enhance taxpayer rights and provide a fairer platform for disputing tax assessments.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for its potential to benefit taxpayers, there are concerns regarding its impact on local governments. Critics argue that extending the complaint period may burden the assessment review system, leading to delays and inefficiencies in tax collection. Local tax authorities may fear that an influx of complaints could complicate their operations and challenge their ability to maintain timely revenue collection. As such, the discussion around HB1846 reflects broader tensions between taxpayer rights and the practicalities of local governance in property tax administration.