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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Department of Revenue Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the Department of Revenue shall conduct a study to determine the living wage in the State and shall make recommendations concerning how to increase the minimum wage to ensure residents of the State earn a living wage. Provides that, no later than July 1, 2027, the Department shall submit a report containing its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly. Repeals the provision on January 1, 2028.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Illinois Department of Revenue, if funds are appropriated, conduct a study to determine the "living wage" in the state, which is defined as the income needed for a worker and their family to afford necessities like food, housing, healthcare, and transportation, ensuring they are not "housing burdened" (spending more than 30% of their income on housing). The Department will then make recommendations on how to raise the minimum wage to meet this living wage standard, potentially collaborating with a state university. The findings and recommendations must be reported to the Governor and the General Assembly by July 1, 2027, and this requirement will expire on January 1, 2028.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026 (on 03/13/2026)
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