PROP TX-TAX ASSISTANCE Senate SponsorsSen. Pamela J. Althoff 1/9/2007SenateSession Sine Die 35 ILCS 200/20-1535 ILCS 200/21-29535 ILCS 200/21-30035 ILCS 200/21-308 newAmends the Property Tax Code. Provides that each tax bill must include information that certain taxpayers may be eligible for tax exemptions, abatements, and other assistance programs and that, for more information, taxpayers should consult with the office of their township or county collector and with the Illinois Department of Revenue. Authorizes counties to establish and operate a homestead protection program under which the county treasurer may make payments from the indemnity fund to pay the delinquent taxes, along with all associated fees and interest, on the primary residence of eligible taxpayers. Provides that the county treasurer shall have a lien on the property in the amount of the assistance provided. Sets forth requirements for the program. Effective immediately. 10/19/2005SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Pamela J. Althoff 10/19/2005SenateFirst Reading 10/19/2005SenateReferred to Rules 1/9/2007SenateSession Sine Die