HB1878

TRANSFER TX-CREDIT CARDS

Introduced·1/29/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1878 mandates county recorders and registrars of titles to accept credit card payments for real estate transfer taxes, with taxpayers.

Illinois HB1878 amends the Counties Code to require county recorders and registrars of titles to accept credit card payments for real estate transfer taxes. The bill specifies that any service charges or fees related to processing these credit card payments must be paid by the taxpayer. This provision applies to the privilege of transferring title to real estate, beneficial interest, and controlling interest in real estate entities. The bill also outlines procedures for public notice and hearings before a county can impose or increase a real estate transfer tax.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

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Calendar

Apr 9, 2025

9:00 AM

Counties & Townships Committee Hearing

Apr 8, 2025

8:30 AM

Counties & Townships Committee Hearing

History

Apr 11, 2025

House

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

Apr 11, 2025

House

House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Apr 11, 2025

House

House Floor Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee