In the closing hours of the spring legislative session, Illinois Democrats, led by Governor J.B. Pritzker, enacted a series of tax increases totaling over a billion dollars. These measures include a statewide delivery tax that imposes a $1.50 charge on nearly all deliveries to residents across Illinois.
The new tax has drawn criticism for its regressive nature, as it applies uniformly regardless of the size or type of delivery. This means that small orders, such as meals from local restaurants, are taxed at the same rate as larger bulk purchases or luxury goods. Critics argue that this will disproportionately affect working families, seniors, and individuals on fixed incomes.
The revenue generated from this tax is intended to address financial issues attributed to what some describe as mismanagement by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. However, opponents view these actions as detrimental to Illinois families who are already facing economic challenges.
A statement regarding these developments expressed concern: “This partisan assault on taxpayers is devastating to Illinois families struggling to get by and will continue to lead our state into further instability.”
