Close-up of a credit card being placed on a restaurant receipt in an Illinois bistro, with the 'Tip' and 'Tax' lines highlighted to illustrate the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act and swipe fees.

Skimming the Surface: How Illinois is Leading the Fight Against Hidden Credit Card Fees

Illinois has enacted the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA), which prohibits banks from charging swipe fees on tips and taxes, aiming to protect workers’ earnings. Despite opposition claims that this harms small businesses, the law actually helps by preventing banks from skimming crucial funds, enabling fairer wages for employees.

ILLINOIS COVID19 EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TEXT LINE

ILLINOIS COVID19 EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TEXT LINE IL residents can text ‘TALK‘ to 552-020 to speak with a local mental health counselor, and can also use this text line to be put in touch with services related to unemployment and food because of COVID19.