By Metro East Sun |
Apr 19, 2024
State Senator Erica Harriss has passed bipartisan legislation to increase transparency for local units of government proposing changes to their tax levy. The legislation, Senate Bill 3567, focuses on amending the Truth in Taxation law in the Property Tax Code to enhance public disclosure requirements."I came to Springfield with taxes at the forefront of my mind," stated Senator Harriss, emphasizing the importance of transparency in tax-related matters. She highlighted the purpose of the bill, stating, "This bill is about increasing transparency by making these notices...