SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — More than 60% of Illinois voters supported a statewide advisory referendum last year calling for a property tax constitutional amendment. Former governor Pat Quinn is using that momentum to push lawmakers to pass a property tax relief bill.

There is no denying Illinois has the highest property taxes in the nation, and many believe it is past time for change.

Quinn told reporters in Springfield Wednesday that millionaires should pay a 3% surcharge on their income taxes to help lower property taxes for families and businesses. The Illinois Department of Revenue estimates the millionaire surcharge could generate $4.5 billion.

"The system is out of control," Quinn said. "It needs fundamental reform, and I think it's very important that we address that issue in

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