HB2847Introduced in the House
INC TX-EMPLOYMENT DISABILITIES
Introduced by Nicole La Ha, District 82
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Provides that a taxpayer who employs a person with a developmental disability or a severe mental illness, as certified by the Department of Human Services, during the taxable year is entitled to an income tax credit in an amount equal to 25% of the wages paid by the taxpayer to the person with a developmental disability or severe mental illness, but not to exceed $6,000 in wages paid during the taxable year to any single qualified employee. Effective immediately.
Where it stands
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
March 27, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Nicole La Ha
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee
To Tax Policy: Income Tax Subcommittee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee
To Tax Policy: Income Tax Subcommittee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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