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Taxpayers could get help from Illinois tax amnesty program

If you owe back taxes in Illinois, you could get help from a tax amnesty program.

Between October 1 and mid-November, the state won’t assess any penalties on taxes that were due over the past six years, specifically, between June 30, 2018 and July 1, 2024. Back taxes that have already gone to collection are eligible. In a similar program in 2019, Illinois collected nearly $360 million.

IDOR announces 2025 Illinois Tax Amnesty Program opportunity

CHICAGO, Ill. (WCIA) -- The Illinois Department of Revenue is urging people and businesses to take advantage of this year's tax amnesty program across the state. The IDOR said the 2025 Illinois Tax Amnesty Program is a unique opportunity for residents and businesses to settle any outstanding state tax liabilities…

September 30, 2025

In "Illinois News"

Illinois Republican pushes to eliminate taxes on service worker tips

A Republican lawmaker in Illinois is advocating for the elimination of taxes on tips for service workers. Illinois has decoupled from certain federal tax policies, resulting in the continued taxation of service workers' tips despite federal approval for no tax on them.

January 20, 2026

In "WTVO"

Illinois Legislature passes record-high $55.1 billion budget

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois legislators passed a record-high $55.1 billion state budget early Sunday. “The passage of the FY26 balanced budget is a testament to Illinois’ fiscal responsibility,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Even in the face of Trump and Congressional Republicans stalling the national economy, our state budget delivers for…

June 1, 2025

In "WTVO"

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