Adams and Tazewell Counties Disagree Over Proposed 1% Sales Tax Increase
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Updated Oct 20
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What happened
Voters in at least three Illinois counties are considering sales tax referendums. If approved, sales taxes would increase by 1% in Adams County, Tazewell County, and Lake County. Adams County Republicans oppose the tax, while a Democratic candidate for Tazewell County board supports the increase.
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Why it matters
The proposed sales tax increase is linked to a school facilities tax measure. Supporters argue the tax could help reduce property tax increases for residents and visitors in Tazewell County. Opponents argue the state is already heavily taxed.
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Who's involved
- Adams CountyCounty opposing the proposed 1% sales tax increase
- Tazewell CountyCounty supporting the proposed 1% sales tax increase
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The entities involved
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Adams County
county in Illinois, United States
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Tazewell County
county in Illinois, United States
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