Millionaire Tax Framed as “Relief” for High Property Tax Burden
Written by David E. Smith
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn recently held a press conference at the State Capitol to push for property tax relief. And he’s right about one thing: Illinois property taxes are crushing families. According to the Illinois Policy Institute, our state has the second highest property tax in the nation. And yes, we agree that relief is needed.
But instead of addressing the root problem—out-of-control government spending—Democrats are proposing yet another tax.… Continue Reading
Tags: Chris Welch, Common School Fund, Diane Blair-Sherlock, Illinois Lottery, Illinois Policy Institute, Kam Buckner, La Shawn Ford, Millionaire Amendment, Natalie Manley, Pat Quinn, property tax relief
Illinois Politics | David E. Smith | 
April 21, 2026 9:00 AM | 
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