SB2097Introduced in the Senate
INC TX-ADOPTION
Introduced by Erica Harriss, District 56
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Creates an income tax credit in an amount equal to the foster care expenses, not to exceed $1,000 in any taxable year, paid or incurred by the taxpayer with respect to a qualified dependent child. Provides that the credit may be prorated. Effective immediately.
Where it stands
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
May 22, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Erica Harriss
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
Assigned to Revenue
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Li Arellano, Jr.
Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 11, 2025
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 9, 2025
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As June 1, 2025
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
Re-assigned to Revenue
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sally J. Turner
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Dave Syverson
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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