ILLINOIS – In response to Illinois’ refusal to adopt the federal “No Tax on Tips” provision, State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) is renewing her call to pass legislation that would bring long-overdue tax relief to service workers who rely on tips and gratuity across the state.
House Bill 1898, filed by Rep. Sanalitro in the Spring of 2025, would amend the Illinois Income Tax Act to create an income tax deduction for gratuities that are included in a taxpayer’s federal adjusted gross income. If passed, the bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law.
“Our tipped workers deserve a break,” said Rep. Sanalitro. “They work long hours, often for modest wages, and the tips they earn should not be subject to additional state taxes. My bill is a simple, common-sense solution that not only mirrors the federal government’s policy, but also lets these workers keep more of what they earn.”
While the federal government recently announced a plan to eliminate taxes on tips, Illinois has opted not to follow suit. Sanalitro criticized the decision and called on the General Assembly to take action in support of working families.
“Illinois has a chance to do the right thing, and our leaders are walking away from it,” Sanalitro added. “I’m going to keep fighting to pass HB1898 because our service workers deserve a lawmaker that shows up for them.”
Rep. Sanalitro has also filed legislation to eliminate state taxes on overtime pay (HB1899) , furthering her commitment to easing the tax burden on hardworking Illinoisans.
To follow the legislative progress of HB1898, visit ILGA.gov
To contact State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro, please call her district office at 630-349-0645.
For more information about Representative Sanalitro, visit RepSanalitro.com.
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State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro is the State Representative for House District 48, which includes the communities of Addison, Bensenville, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Elk Grove Village, Hanover Park, Itasca, Medinah, Roselle, Schaumburg, and Wood Dale in suburban DuPage and Cook counties.