Senator Harriss Passes Property Tax Relief Bill for Seniors

Senator Harriss Passes Property Tax Relief Bill for Seniors

SPRINGFIELD – To help Illinois seniors stay in their homes and ease the burden of rising property taxes, State Senator Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) helped pass a plan to expand Illinois’ property tax relief program for older homeowners."One of the top issues I hear when meeting with senior citizen is the need for property tax relief. As a direct result of these conversations and concerns, I have worked each year since I was elected to draft and su…

New Law Helps Illinois Seniors Stay in Their Homes Despite Rising Taxes - The Times Weekly

State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, announced the passage of legislation expanding property tax relief for seniors on fixed incomes—delivering on her commitment to help older residents stay in their homes and age with dignity. “When I first entered office, I promised our seniors, especially those living on fixed incomes, that I would fight to protect their ability to age in place with dignity,” said Avelar. “I said it would take time,…