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Illinois enacts first US state tax on crypto transactions, drawing sharp industry criticism

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Published 2026-06-17 04:49 UTCUpdated 2026-06-17 18:51 UTC
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Illinois Signs 'Most Anti-Crypto Law in the US'
U.Today · News · u.today · 2026-06-17 05:59 UTC
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Overview

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed Senate Bill 3019 into law, imposing a 0.2% tax on the value of any digital asset involved in exchanges, transfers, custody, or wallet services for Illinois customers starting January 1, 2027.

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Crypto Council for InnovationMichael SaylorJB Pritzker
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2.07
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9
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9
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7
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2
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33%
Why now
  • Tax takes effect January 1, 2027, giving stakeholders time to prepare.
  • Part of Illinois’ $55.9 billion fiscal year 2027 budget, reflecting growing state interest in crypto revenue.
  • Industry criticism is mounting immediately after the law’s signing, signaling potential future pushback.
Why it matters
  • First US state to impose a transaction-level tax on crypto, setting a regulatory precedent.
  • Tax applies on all transactions regardless of profit, potentially discouraging crypto activity.
  • Industry backlash highlights tension between crypto innovation and state-level regulation.
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Topic mix: lowPromo risk: lowSource quality: high
Recurring claims
  • Illinois has enacted a 0.2% tax on the value of digital asset transactions involving Illinois customers, effective January 1, 2027.
  • The tax is widely criticized as the most punitive crypto tax in the US and is expected to have a chilling effect on the crypto industry and consumers in Illinois.
How sources frame it
  • Michael Saylor: questioning
  • Crypto Council For Innovation: questioning
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