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Kifowit Supports Property Tax Relief for Veterans

AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to assist Illinois veterans, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is supporting legislation to help lower property taxes for disabled veterans.

 

“As a former United States Marine, I strongly believe in the armed forces’ principle to never leave a fellow comrade behind.  Therefore, I am in full support of the efforts to help veterans stay afloat once they return home,” Kifowit said.  “It is important to ensure all of my fellow veterans receive the assistance they have earned and are not forgotten.”

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Kifowit is a chief sponsor of Senate Bill 2905. This bill would expand property tax relief for disabled veterans by raising the cap on eligible home values from $70,000 to $100,000.  In addition, this measure would make it easier for veterans to receive the property tax break on housing which is provided by charitable organizations and adaptable according to an individual’s disability. 

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“This new legislation will be especially helpful in these tough economic times,” Kifowit said. “By lowering property taxes we will help many veterans keep more of their hard-earned dollars. I will continue to support efforts to assist veterans as well as be an advocate on their behalf in legislature.”

 

For more information, please contact Rep. Kifowit’s constituent service office at 630-585-1308 or email Stephanie.Kifowit@att.net.

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