Chicago Mayor's 2026 Budget Proposal
Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2026 budget proposal includes a per-user tax on social media companies and a per-employee fee on businesses.
The proposal does not include a property tax hike and supports the elimination of the grocery tax.
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Key Points of the Budget
- No property tax hike
- Elimination of the grocery tax
- Reduction of the Motor Vehicle Lessor Tax from $2.75 to $0.50 for each rental period
Author's summary: Mayor Johnson proposes taxes on social media and businesses.