HB5556

STATEWIDE INNOVATION-PILOT

Introduced·2/6/26
Introduced Text

Establishes STAR bond districts and megaprojects to promote economic development in Illinois.

The bill amends the Statewide Innovation Development and Economy Act to create STAR bond districts and megaprojects. It outlines the criteria for establishing a STAR bond district, including the need for a feasibility study and approval by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Revenue, and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget. The bill also sets requirements for megaprojects, including minimum investment and job creation thresholds, and establishes a process for approving STAR bond projects.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 26

8:00 AM

House Revenue & Finance Committee Hearing

Mar 26

8:01 AM

House Finance Subcommittee Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

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

Mar 18

House

Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee

Feb 13

House

First Reading