SB1939 / Gas Tax

This bill doubles the gas tax and indexes it to inflation every year. It increased 20 other taxes and fees.

Current Bill Status: Passed

What You Need to Know

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Read the Bill

This bill doubles Illinois gas tax in one year and indexes it to inflation every year afterward, increases vehicle registration fees by 50%, and increases numerous other fees.
SB1939 Bill Text

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Voting Record

SB1939 House Vote

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SB1939 Senate Vote

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How to Take Action

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