Category Archives: Rep Welch
July 1, Happy Annual Illinois Tax Increase Day
Happy July 1. Starting today in Illinois:*Prostitution felony arrests will automatically be sealed.*Illinois gas tax hiked again to 48.3c gal.–2nd highest gas tax in US.*Cellphone tax hike from 7% to 8.65%.*6% hotel tax on short term rentals (Airbnbs, etc). Starting … Continue reading →
Will Illinois Impose A New Mileage Tax On Drivers ???
New Illinois mileage tax! You may soon pay as much as 30 cents a mile tax based on how many miles you drive in Illinois, if Illinois Democrats and JB Pritzker (D) get their way. It’s called the “Road Usage … Continue reading →
A Friday in Crime Ridden Chicago
Friday Firestorm: Blood on the Pavement, Flags from a Window, and a Mayor in Denial Friday began with armed criminals harming innocent people going to work in the morning in an accident that twisted metal and pinned a passenger. At … Continue reading →
Illinois Governor Pillages State Tax Payers Again
Illinois lawmakers had one job: Pass a responsible budget. Instead, they dropped a $55 billion bomb full of tax hikes, gimmicks, and pay raises. Here’s the breakdown of it all: 🧵 Lawmakers rammed through a 3,000+ page budget in just … Continue reading →
DC shooting suspect Elias Rodriguez was member Chicago far-left group
This young (UIC) graduate has destroyed his life and two young people’s lives who were working and fighting for the cause of peace. What a waste of three young lives. As the song goes, “What a difference a day makes.” … Continue reading →
Mr. Mayor, Brandon Johnson, here are 10 ways you have worsened life for Chicago residents:
While celebrating the midpoint of his term, @ChicagosMayor sat with Dr. Byron Brazier of Apostolic Church of God and predictably doubled down on his divisive race rhetoric while challenging the audience to name a condition in Chicago he had caused … Continue reading →
Illinois Landlord Law Update for 2025
Just when you thought you were getting comfortable with the 2023 and 2024 legal changes (and if you don’t know what they are, you better catch up), here comes 2025 with even more updates to shake things up. The shift … Continue reading →
Rental Property Tax Laws and Regulations in Illinois 2025
Understanding rental property tax laws in Illinois is crucial for landlords and real estate investors seeking to optimize their financial strategies. Key aspects include knowing the tax laws and compliance requirements, which are essential to avoid penalties and maximize savings. It’s equally vital to … Continue reading →
Cunningham Law Stifling Tow Companys’ Shady Practices Takes Effect January 1, 2025
Starting on Jan. 1, 2025, State Senator Bill Cunningham’s new law eliminates questionable fees towing companies charge and gets rid of shady shakedowns over lifesaving medical devices. “I was furious to find out that car owners cannot recover their personal medical devices, … Continue reading →
More Taxes in Illinois Residents Future !!!
More taxes! Residents of Illinois could soon be charged a “commuter transportation mobility tax“ to pay for Chicago’s public transportation system. As the city of Chicago looks to capture an additional $1.5 billion in revenue for their public transit system, … Continue reading →