Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

SB2701      — PROP TX-SENIOR EXEMPTION

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 October 14, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

Seniors won't need to reapply for property tax exemptions starting in 2026.

This bill changes the Property Tax Code to allow taxpayers with a senior citizens homestead exemption to keep it without having to reapply. This change will take effect for taxable years beginning in 2026.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families with senior members will experience less administrative hassle related to property tax exemptions.

Summary

Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, in all counties, a taxpayer who has been granted a senior citizens homestead exemption need not reapply for that exemption. Effective immediately.

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. Chris Balkema

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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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Subjects

taxation housing
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB2701      do?
Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, in all counties, a taxpayer who has been granted a senior citizens homestead exemption need not reapply for that exemption. Effective immediately.
Who sponsors SB2701     ?
SB2701      is sponsored by Chris Balkema (Republican).
What is the current status of SB2701     ?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 14, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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