Critics warn Illinois’ ‘megaproject’ tax breaks shift costs to taxpayers

(The Center Square) – A Springfield proposal grants major tax breaks to “megaprojects,” which critics warn could leave homeowners and small businesses paying the price.

House Bill 4058 , which mirrors similar proposals in the Senate , has drawn sharp criticism from taxpayer advocates, like Brian Costin, deputy state director at Americans for Prosperity Illinois . Costin said the measure opens the door for politically connected developers to benefit at public expense.

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