As your State Representative, I have helped lead the effort against taxing retirement income, have fought for property tax relief for seniors and veterans, and worked to extend Meals on Wheels to help seniors thrive in their own homes. I will continue to stand up for Illinoi seniors and support legislation that improves their quality of life.
(Providing Senior and Veteran Property Tax Relief)
*Sponsored legislation to lower property taxes on seniors and veterans
House Bill 1274: Reduces Property Taxes
House Bill 3538: Homestead exemptions for veterans with disabilities
House Bill 4716: The general assessment year will not exceed the lesser of 3% of the assessed value of the property for the prior year or the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index during the 12-month calendar year.
(Increasing Nutrition Availability at Home)
Voted YES to extend Meals on Wheels program benefits which helps ensure seniors receive adequate nutrition to thrive in their home.
Senate Bill 3476: Home-delivered meals provided to Medicare or Medicaid recipients are exempt from taxation
(Protecting Retirement Income)
Co-sponsored legislation to prevent taxing retirement income in Illinois
House Resolution 24: The Illinois Income Tax Act should not be amended to permit taxing retirement income
(Fighting Financial Exploitation)
Voted YES to provide greater protections from financial exploitation of seniors age 70 or older
House Bill 2100: Financial exploitation of an elderly person or a person with a disability is guilty of a Class 1 felony if the elderly person is 70 years of age or older and the value of the property is $15,000 or more.
Sign Our Petition to tell the politicians who control Springfield that senior citizens in Illinois deserve relief from high taxes and fees. It’s time to provide senior citizens with lasting tax relief.