Graduated Income Tax going to ballot in 2020

The Illinois House has voted to put a graduated income tax amendment on the ballot for November of 2020.  In a 73-44 vote that was split along party lines, the House voted to approve the measure yesterday.  Lawmakers debated the measure for over three hours before it was put to a vote.  Republicans worry that it will likely chase the wealthy individuals out of the state and have a negative impact on jobs.  Democrats say it will help level the playing field in terms of state income taxes.  Governor Pritzker, who himself is a supporter, said it would cut taxes for 97% of taxpayers in the state.