Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB4037      — USE/OCC TX-SPORTING GOODS

Last action — Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

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

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 07, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

This bill exempts short-term leases of sporting goods from certain taxes starting in 2026.

Starting January 1, 2026, leases of sporting goods for less than 10 days will not be taxed. This change aims to encourage the rental of sporting equipment for short activities.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: You’ll save money when renting sporting goods for short periods, increasing access to outdoor activities.
  • Small Business: Sporting goods rental businesses will benefit from reduced taxes, making rentals more affordable for consumers.

Summary

Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Provides that, on and after January 1, 2026, the inclusion of leases in the tax imposed under those Acts does not extend to sporting goods that are leased for a period of less than 10 days. Effective immediately.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

  2. Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. First Reading

  5. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Brandun Schweizer

Sponsors

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (182)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB4037      do?
Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Provides that, on and after January 1, 2026, the inclusion of leases in the tax imposed under those Acts does not extend to sporting goods that are leased for a period of less than 10 days. Effective immediately.
Who sponsors HB4037     ?
HB4037      is sponsored by Brandun Schweizer (Republican).
What is the current status of HB4037     ?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced April 07, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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