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Several programs across Illinois are offering free income tax preparation assistance for low-to-moderate income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities ahead of the April filing deadline. The services provide basic state and federal return preparation and electronic filing guidance. Programs providing assistance include: the IRS’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs, the AARP

A new proposal would help more Illinois kids and families, especially those with disabilities, enjoy local parks by giving grant priority to projects that go above and beyond accessibility standards, without costing taxpayers more. Senate Bill 3016, introduced by Senator Don DeWitte, updates the state’s Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) program to prioritize grant applications for park projects

In an effort to protect seniors from rising costs, legislation co-sponsored by Senator Syverson would ensure Illinois’ low-income senior citizens assessment freeze keeps pace with inflation. Senate Bill 4029, would automatically adjust the income eligibility cap for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption based on inflation beginning in tax year 2029. By tying the income threshold to the

As Governor JB Pritzker prepares to deliver his annual budget address later this week, Senate Republicans are urging him to focus on affordability for Illinois families and a responsible, sustainable budget. Senator Syverson said families are already struggling with the rising cost of living and added that the last thing working people need is a budget that expands government while piling on higher