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Wallethub ranks Illinois as worst state for combined taxes

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State Representative David Friess (IL) | Representative David Friess (R) 115th District

State Representative David Friess (IL) | Representative David Friess (R) 115th District

Illinois residents are experiencing the highest effective state and local tax rates in the United States, according to a recent report by Wallethub. The report identifies Illinois as the worst state for taxes.

"Illinoisans face the HIGHEST effective state and local tax rates in the nation making us the worst state for taxes," states Wallethub. More information on this finding can be accessed through their website: https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-states-to-be-a-taxpayer/2416.

The current tax situation has led to calls for immediate relief for families across Illinois. "This trend can’t continue, Illinois families need relief today," emphasizes Wallethub.

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