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This resolution firmly opposes the implementation of a progressive income tax in Illinois, reaffirming the state's commitment to its current flat tax system. The resolution references a 2020 ballot measure that proposed changing the state constitution to allow graduated income tax rates, which was rejected by voters. It highlights several reasons for opposing a progressive tax, including current high inflation, rising living costs, recession concerns, and Illinois' already high total tax burden. The resolution also notes that the state is currently collecting record revenue and that five other states have recently moved from progressive to flat tax systems. The Illinois Senate resolves to reject any future attempts to change the state constitution and transition away from the flat tax, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the tax structure that voters previously declined to modify. As a final procedural step, the resolution directs copies of the document to be delivered to key state legislative and executive leadership.

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