Illinois HB4598 modifies the use of hotel tax revenue in DuPage County, allowing municipalities to spend at least 50% on tourism promotion.
Illinois HB4598 amends the Illinois Municipal Code to change how hotel tax revenue is allocated in DuPage County. It allows municipalities to spend at least 50% of the collected hotel tax revenue on promoting tourism within the municipality. The remaining funds can be used for economic development or capital infrastructure. This change reduces the previous requirement of 75% for tourism promotion. The provisions are set to be repealed on January 1, 2027.
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