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Illinois Senate Passes Homeowners Insurance Reform Backed by Sen. Willie Preston (Springfield, IL) - State Senator Willie Preston is backing newly passed legislation aimed...

Hynes, who is challenging Kaegi for Cook County assessor, said inaccurate assessments and properties left off the tax rolls shift the tax burden onto other homeowners and small businesses. #taxbills #assessments #cookcounty

The ad argues that while many homeowners have seen rising assessments, Kaegi’s home assessment has declined — a claim the campaign says raises concerns about fairness and predictability in the property tax system. #propertytax #assesor #ad

One of the key reforms being pushed is the creation of a countywide assessment manual with binding standards. #cookcounty #propertytax #

Steele said the event is designed to help residents better understand their rights and the steps involved in appealing an assessment. #niles #tax

House Bill 1575, backed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, amends the Illinois Counties Code to eliminate fees for filing modifications to strike unlawful racially restrictive covenants. #racist

In a statement July 10, Pritzker called on lawmakers to pass legislation in the upcoming fall veto session, “that prevents insurance companies from taking advantage of consumers through severe and unnecessary rate hikes like those proposed by State Farm.” #insurance

State Rep. La Shawn Ford, D-Chicago, introduced a bill that would give law enforcement the power to remove trespassers from properties where the owner is able to establish legal ownership. #homes

“As we near the application deadline, I urge everybody to check and make sure you have your exemptions,” said Assessor Kaegi. “Share this information with your friends and family to make sure your loved ones have their property tax savings in place." #savings

“With single-family homes’ median estimated market values increasing by 15% as part of the 2024 reassessment, my office is here to support residents who are struggling with the resulting property tax bills,” said Commissioner George Cardenas. #property