Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SB3939      — PROP TX-EQUITY

Last action — Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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Prognosis

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In plain language

The bill allows counties to manage delinquent property tax sales more effectively.

This legislation enables the State Treasurer to fund counties for property tax relief and changes the management of delinquent property tax sales. Starting in 2027, counties will take on more responsibility in handling properties sold for unpaid taxes.

What this means for you
  • Counties: Counties will have more control over delinquent property tax sales and will be required to auction off properties obtained through tax deeds.
  • Taxpayers: Taxpayers may benefit from new funding initiatives aimed at relieving property tax burdens.

Summary

Amends the Deposit of State Moneys Act. Provides that the State Treasurer may accept a proposal or application from a financial institution for access to capital at a market rate that allows the Treasurer to provide funding to a county for relief of property tax payments. Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for tax year 2027 and thereafter, the tax lien or certificate for all delinquent property subject to a tax sale shall be assigned to the county as trustee for all taxing districts having an interest in the property's taxes or special assessment for the nonpayment of which the property is sold. Provides that the county must attempt to sell the property acquired by tax deed at a public auction. Contains provisions concerning surplus funds. Contains provisions concerning notice. Contains other provisions. Amends the Counties Code and the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to make conforming changes.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  2. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026

  3. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026

  4. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026

  5. Assigned to Revenue

  6. Referred to Assignments

  7. First Reading

  8. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Celina Villanueva

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 182 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (182)

182 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

taxation finance housing
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB3939      do?
Amends the Deposit of State Moneys Act. Provides that the State Treasurer may accept a proposal or application from a financial institution for access to capital at a market rate that allows the Treasurer to provide funding to a county for relief of property tax payments. Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for tax year 2027 and thereafter, the tax lien or certificate for all delinquent property subject to a tax sale shall be assigned to the county as trustee for all taxing districts having an interest in the property's taxes or special assessment for the nonpayment of which the property is sold. Provides that the county must attempt to sell the property acquired by tax deed at a public auction. Contains provisions concerning surplus funds. Contains provisions concerning notice. Contains other provisions. Amends the Counties Code and the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to make conforming changes.
Who sponsors SB3939     ?
SB3939      is sponsored by Celina Villanueva (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB3939     ?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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