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Senator Harriss Introduces Bill to Ensure Lawmakers See Cost of Legislation
New bill would require fiscal notes to be provided when requested by legislators.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 7:37pm
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State Senator Erica Harriss has introduced legislation to amend the Illinois Fiscal Note Act and guarantee that when a member of the General Assembly requests a fiscal note on legislation, the request must be honored and cannot be dismissed by chamber vote. The goal is to ensure lawmakers have access to clear financial information about the impact of proposed bills before voting on them.
Why it matters
This bill aims to promote greater transparency in the legislative process by requiring fiscal analysis to be provided to lawmakers when requested. Knowing the potential financial impact of legislation is crucial for making responsible decisions about how taxpayer dollars are spent.
The details
Senate Bill 2094 would amend the Illinois Fiscal Note Act to ensure that fiscal notes are prepared whenever legislators request them. Fiscal notes provide estimates of how proposed legislation may affect state revenues or expenditures. Currently, such requests can be voted down, preventing that information from being made public. The new bill would prevent fiscal note requests from being dismissed.
- Senator Harriss introduced SB2094 on March 12, 2026.
The players
Senator Erica Harriss
A state senator representing the 56th district in Glen Carbon, Illinois, who introduced SB2094 to strengthen transparency around the fiscal impact of legislation.
What they’re saying
“Taxpayers deserve to know the financial impact of legislation before it becomes law. This bill ensures lawmakers have access to clear financial information so we can make responsible decisions about how taxpayer dollars are spent.”
— Senator Erica Harriss
What’s next
The bill will now proceed through the Illinois legislative process, where it will need to be voted on and approved by both the state Senate and House before being signed into law by the governor.
The takeaway
This legislation aims to improve transparency and accountability in the Illinois legislature by ensuring lawmakers have access to fiscal analysis on proposed bills. It's an effort to empower legislators to make more informed decisions about legislation that could impact state finances and taxpayer resources.
