# SIFMA and U.S. Chamber Seek to Back Illinois Crypto Tax Challenge

By Riza Dagoc

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Published: 2026-11-12T20:54:05.000Z
Updated: 2026-11-12T20:54:05.000Z
Section: Regulation

> The groups asked to file an amicus brief in two Sangamon County cases; Illinois’ 0.2% levy is scheduled to start Jan. 1, 2027.

The request was filed in Sangamon County cases 2026-MR-000271 and 2026-MR-000312.

In their motion, the groups said the law could affect banks, broker-dealers, custodians, advisers and asset managers.

Illinois Public Act 104-0468 sets a 0.2% tax on the value of digital assets involved in covered activity received by Illinois customers. The law includes exchanging, transferring or storing a digital asset through a broker among the activities it covers. It is scheduled to take effect Jan. 1, 2027.

In a joint motion, the state agreed to a proposed injunction that would pause the law’s effectiveness and enforcement through July 1, 2027. The plaintiffs requested a ruling by March 1, 2027, under a proposed schedule subject to court approval.