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This bill amends the Property Tax Code to allow for remote online hearings for property tax appeals in specific counties with a population between 700,000 and 725,000 residents. Under the new provisions, if a party to the appeal files a motion for an online hearing and no other parties object, the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) must conduct the hearing remotely, with all participants considered "present" for the proceedings. The bill requires the PTAB to update its rules of practice and procedure within 60 days to accommodate these online hearings. Additionally, the bill amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to authorize the PTAB to adopt emergency rules to implement these changes, with the emergency rulemaking authority deemed necessary for public interest and welfare. The emergency rulemaking provision will expire one year after the bill's effective date. This legislation aims to provide more flexible hearing options for property tax appeals in the specified counties, potentially making the appeal process more accessible and convenient for participants.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1326&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104