State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, has introduced a measure in the Illinois House that would create a state income tax deduction for gratuities. He said it would enable working people to keep more of their earnings.
Through 2025 legislation Congress provided a temporary federal income tax deduction for qualified tips for tax years 2025 through 2028, though there are some restrictions.
DeLuca’s House Bill 4329 would create a state income tax deduction…
