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SB2964 - 104th General Assembly

PROP TX-APPEALS
Last Action
2/03/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Judiciary
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Cristina Castro
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
35 ILCS 200/6-60
35 ILCS 200/12-50
35 ILCS 200/16-55
35 ILCS 200/16-115
35 ILCS 200/16-180
35 ILCS 200/16-185
35 ILCS 200/23-15
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that a complainant before the board of review or the Property Tax Appeal Board may represent himself or herself or designate a representative to appear before the board on his or her behalf. Provides that the description of rules and procedures provided by the board of review to the public must include an explanation that the taxpayer may appear pro se or be represented by any other person, including but not limited to an attorney, accountant, or other tax representative. Provides that the assessor or the board of review has the burden of proving any contested matter of fact by a preponderance of the evidence (currently, the plaintiff has the burden of proof by clear and convincing evidence).
Actions
Date Chamber Action
1/27/2026 Senate Filed with Secretary by Sen. Cristina Castro
1/27/2026 Senate First Reading
1/27/2026 Senate Referred to Assignments
2/03/2026 Senate Assigned to Judiciary
3/13/2026 Senate Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026