Metro East Sun

Representative Kevin Schmidt has called for property tax relief in Illinois, highlighting the financial strain on homeowners. “The typical Illinois homeowner now pays roughly $5,055 in property taxes, more than double the national average,” said Schmidt. He emphasized that these high tax rates impose an unfair burden on families already dealing with rising costs of essentials. "We need to do more to provide relief for our residents so they can thrive here in Illinois," he added.