Illinois governor signs bill eliminating 1% state grocery tax from 2026, aiming to alleviate financial pressure on families.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed bill HB3144 into law, eliminating the 1% state tax on grocery items effective from January 1, 2026, aiming to alleviate financial pressure on Illinois families. Local governments can choose to impose the tax again, but the move takes effect statewide. This tax elimination is part of Governor Pritzker's broader initiative to provide tax relief and enhance affordability amidst rising living costs and inflationary pressures.

August 05, 2024
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