Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced 4 R cosponsors

SB2706      — PROP TX-ENERGY SYSTEMS

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.

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In plain language

Increases the property tax valuation for wind and solar energy systems starting in 2026.

This bill amends property tax laws to raise the valuation of wind energy devices to $588,000 per megawatt and solar energy systems to $446,000 per megawatt from 2026 onward. The change aims to reflect higher costs associated with these energy systems.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Workers in the renewable energy industry may benefit from increased investment and potentially more job opportunities.
  • Environment: This bill could incentivize investment in renewable energy by increasing the property tax basis.
  • Small Business: Small businesses in the renewable energy sector may see changes in their taxable valuations, affecting their overall tax liabilities.

Summary

Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the valuation of wind energy devices, provides that, for taxable year 2026 and thereafter, the real property cost basis is $588,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity (currently, $360,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity). In provisions concerning the valuation of solar energy systems, provides that, for taxable year 2026 and thereafter, the real property cost basis is $446,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity (currently, $218,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity). 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. Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Chapin Rose

  7. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Dave Syverson

  8. Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant

  9. Referred to Assignments

  10. First Reading

  11. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Sally J. Turner

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 179 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (3)

Not signed on (179)

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB2706      do?
Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the valuation of wind energy devices, provides that, for taxable year 2026 and thereafter, the real property cost basis is $588,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity (currently, $360,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity). In provisions concerning the valuation of solar energy systems, provides that, for taxable year 2026 and thereafter, the real property cost basis is $446,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity (currently, $218,000 per megawatt of nameplate capacity). Effective immediately.
Who sponsors SB2706     ?
SB2706      is sponsored by Sally J. Turner (Republican), Terri Bryant (Republican), Chapin Rose (Republican), and Dave Syverson (Republican).
What is the current status of SB2706     ?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 14, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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