Did Illinois pass the Fair tax amendment?

On January 28, 2019, Senator Don Harmon introduced a joint resolution that would propose a constitutional amendment allowing the Illinois government to change from a flat tax rate to a graduated rate. The resolution was approved in the Senate by a 36–22 vote on May 1 and by the House by a 73–44 vote on May 27.

Who signed the 16th Amendment?

President William Howard Taft
On June 16, 1909, President William Howard Taft, in an address to the Sixty-first Congress, proposed a two percent federal income tax on corporations by way of an excise tax and a constitutional amendment to allow the previously enacted income tax.

What is the 2020 Illinois tax Increase?

A 20% increase would bring Illinois’ current income tax rate up from 4.95%, where it stands now, to 5.94% across the board.

How many amendments are in the Illinois Constitution?

Constitutional Amendments The Illinois Constitution was adopted in convention, Sept. 3, 1970; ratified by the peo- ple, Dec. 15, 1970; and became effective July 1, 1971. Since its adoption, 14 amendments have been approved and adopted, with the most recent one added in 2016.

Can Illinois raise taxes without a vote?

It’s a flat rate across the board because the Illinois Constitution dictates that any income tax imposed by the state be “at a non-graduated rate.” Any amendment to Illinois’ Constitution, including the removal of that requirement, requires ratification by voters in a general election.

Does Illinois tax fair retirement income?

FACT: Fair Tax reform does not allow taxes on retirement income. Illinois currently doesn’t tax any retirement income such as 401(k), IRA, pension or Social Security benefits. Passing the Fair Tax won’t change that.

Can Illinois government raise taxes without voter approval?

Who must approve amendments to the Illinois State Constitution?

Amendments approved by the vote of three-fifths of the members elected to each house shall be submitted to the electors at the general election next occurring at least six months after such legislative approval, unless withdrawn by a vote of a majority of the members elected to each house.

How often does Illinois call for a new Constitution?

Article XIV requires that Illinois voters be asked at least every 20 years if they desire a constitutional convention.