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Legal Challenge Against Illinois Crypto Tax Gains Support from DOJ and Industry Groups

Legal Challenge Against Illinois Crypto Tax Gains Support from DOJ and Industry Groups

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ThreatCluster •November 12, 2026 at 21:45 UTC
  • •Illinois' 0.2% digital asset tax faces legal challenges from the DOJ and industry groups.
  • •The tax applies to transactions regardless of profit, raising compliance concerns.
  • •Multiple lawsuits have been filed against the Illinois Attorney General and state officials.

The U.S. Department of Justice, along with various business and financial industry groups, has filed legal briefs opposing Illinois' 0.2% digital asset tax, which applies regardless of profit. The tax, enacted in June 2026, is set to take effect on July 1, 2027, and is projected to generate $60 million in revenue for the state. Critics argue that the tax imposes undue compliance costs and could penalize investors who incur losses. The Blockchain Association and Crypto Council for Innovation are leading the legal challenge, supported by major firms like Andreessen Horowitz and Uniswap. The tax has faced multiple lawsuits since July, with the latest filings submitted on November 6 and 11, 2026. The legal battle highlights concerns about the tax's impact on the broader financial ecosystem, including banks and asset managers.

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Timeline

2026-06-01
Illinois digital asset tax enacted
Illinois introduced a 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions, set to begin on January 1, 2027.
Cointelegraph
2026-07-01
First lawsuit filed against Illinois tax
The Digital Chamber initiated a lawsuit against Illinois officials challenging the legality of the digital asset tax.
Cointelegraph
2026-11-06
DOJ and SIFMA file briefs
The U.S. Department of Justice and SIFMA submitted legal briefs opposing the Illinois digital asset tax.
The Blockchain Association
2026-11-11
DeFi coalition files support brief
A coalition of DeFi firms, including Andreessen Horowitz and Uniswap, filed a brief supporting the challenge against the tax.
The Blockchain Association

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Common questions

What is the Illinois digital asset tax?
It is a 0.2% tax imposed on the value of digital assets exchanged, transferred, or stored, regardless of profit.
Who is challenging the tax?
The U.S. Department of Justice, SIFMA, and various DeFi firms are challenging the tax in court.
When is the tax set to take effect?
The tax is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2027, pending the outcome of ongoing legal challenges.