HB1145

INC TX-EMPLOYMENT DISABILITIES

Introduced·1/9/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1145 provides a tax credit for employers who hire individuals with developmental disabilities or severe mental illness.

HB1145 amends the Illinois Income Tax Act to offer a tax credit for employers who hire individuals with developmental disabilities or severe mental illness, as certified by the Department of Human Services. The credit equals 25% of the wages paid to the qualified employee, up to a maximum of $6,000 per employee per taxable year. Employers must apply for certification from the Department of Human Services, which will issue a letter of certification if the employee qualifies.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

8:00 AM

Revenue & Finance Committee Hearing

Mar 20, 2025

8:02 AM

Income Tax Subcommittee Hearing

History

Apr 7

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Amy Elik

Feb 25

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michelle Mussman

May 28, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock