HB1609

PROP TX-NATURAL PRESERVATION

Introduced·1/23/25
Introduced Text

HB1609 amends the Property Tax Code to adjust the valuation of land registered under the Illinois Natural Areas Preservation Act and encumbered by.

HB1609 amends the Property Tax Code to modify the valuation of land registered under the Illinois Natural Areas Preservation Act and encumbered by conservation rights. It specifies that such land should be depreciated for assessment purposes. The bill also outlines the criteria for a conservation right to provide a demonstrated public benefit, including land that offers public access to outdoor recreation or education, preserves buffer areas, protects wildlife habitat, or is part of a government conservation policy.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

8:00 AM

Revenue & Finance Committee Hearing

Mar 20, 2025

8:03 AM

Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing

History

Apr 7, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Hoan Huynh

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 3, 2025

House

To Property Tax Subcommittee