SB 2036

Abstract

Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the State Capital Projects Fund. Provides that the sum of $146,000,000 shall be transferred from the State Capital Projects Fund to the General Revenue Fund in January and July of each year. Provides that the balance remaining in the Fund must be used for capital projects and the payment of debt service on bonds issued for capital projects. Provides that moneys in the Road Fund may be appropriated to and expended by the Illinois Department of Transportation only. Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Increases the tax rate to 3.375% for individuals, trusts, and estates, and 5.4% for corporations. Provides that the additional proceeds attributable to the increase must be deposited into the State Capital Projects Fund. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to increase various weight limits. Effective immediately.