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IDOR News & Updates -  February 5, 2025

Enhance your Illinois tax refund by taking advantage of these tax credits!

Illinois residents who qualify can benefit from tax credits to reduce their 2024 income tax burdens or enhance potential refunds. To make the most of these benefits, individuals must confirm their eligibility before submitting their tax filings.

Illinois offers several tax credits on your IL-1040, Illinois Income Tax Return.

Choose the credit that you would like to learn more about: 

• Earned Income Tax Credit

• Child Tax Credit

• Education Expense Credit

• Property Tax Credit

• Volunteer Emergency Worker Credit

• K-12 Education Expense Credit (student)

• K-12 Instructional Materials and Supplies Tax Credit (educator)

IDOR Taxpayer Assistance

• Individuals with tax questions should contact IDOR’s Taxpayer Assistance Division at 1-800-732-8866 or by email address. Over-the-phone translation services are available. Our TTY number is 1-800-544-5304.
• Taxpayers may also visit any of IDOR’s offices located in Chicago, Des Plaines, Fairview Heights, Marion, Rockford, and Springfield to receive assistance. Staff at these locations can help with any Illinois state income tax filing inquiries and are available weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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For the most up-to-date information, printable forms, schedules, and instructions for the 2025 tax season, please visit IDOR’s website at: tax.illinois.gov.