Illinois license plate renewal fee drops for low-income older drivers, persons with disabilities
Eligible older adults and persons with disabilities will see their annual license plate renewal fee reduced by more than half in the new year, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) announced recently.
Under Public Act 102-0807, which takes effect Jan. 1, 2023, drivers who qualify for IDoA’s Benefit Access Program will pay only $10 for their license plate stickers, a decrease from $24 currently.
“During this time of high inflation, many older adults are finding it increasingly difficult to cover everyday expenses,” said Illinois Department on Aging Director Paula Basta. “This income-based discount on license plate renewals is welcome news for older drivers, helping them save money and keep their vehicle registration current.”
“The lower annual license plate renewal fee for qualifying seniors will help them keep more of their hard-earned money in their bank accounts to spend on other things, such as prescription medicine,” said Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White. “I applaud the Illinois General Assembly for this new law, and especially the sponsors, State Rep. Cyril Nichols (D-Burbank) and State Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Plainfield).”
The Department on Aging’s Benefit Access Program determines eligibility for a license plate discount from the Secretary of State’s office and free transit on fixed route systems in Illinois. To qualify, residents must be at least 65 years of age or 16 years of age and disabled, as well as meet income requirements. For a household containing one person, the annual income cap is $33,562.
To apply for the Benefit Access Program online, please visit https://ilaging.illinois.gov/benefitsaccess.html. For assistance with the online application, older adults can call IDoA’s Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966.
Those with specific questions about the price reduction, or about their vehicle’s registration status, are encouraged to contact the Illinois Secretary of State’s office at 800-252-8980.
IDoA serves and advocates for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.
For information about the Department’s programs and services for older adults and persons with disabilities, visit https://www2.illinois.gov/aging/programs or contact the Senior HelpLine toll-free at 1-800-252-8966, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
I AM ELIGIBLE FOR LICENCE PLATE STICKER DISCOUNT, FOR SOME REASON I HAVE PAID $150 IN MAY 2022.
HOW CAN I GET A REFUND?
THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP ON MY INQUIRY.
For information about the Department’s programs and services for older adults and persons with disabilities, contact the Senior HelpLine toll-free at 1-800-252-8966, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The state does discount the sticker for persons with disabilities as well as seniors. I know because I just paid 10.00 to renew. So those who say no just shut up you don’t know what your talking about
The information in this article is INCORRECT!!! License Plate Vehicle Stickers cost $151 each In Illinois at the beginning of June 2023. I was told by the Lombard, IL DMV/ Secretary Of States Office that the State of Illinois does NOT DISCOUNT the cost of Vehicle Stickers for Senior Citizens or Persons With Disabilities.
The Lombard, IL DMV/ Secretary Of States Office also charged $30 to Renew a Driver’s License at the beginning of June 2023. Perhaps this article was referring to the cost of Renewing a Driver’s License in IL being lowered to $10 for Senior Citizens & Persons with Disabilities & NOT the cost of the Vehicle Sticker!! That would make more sense!!!
You have to apply and qualify for the reduced fees through the Illinois Department on Aging. The Secretary of State’s office does not manage this directly, and there are income thresholds that are considered for many of the benefits.
Ali your info is incorrect I am disabled and I receive my sticker for $10 my drivers license renewal fee is $30 check with IL DEPT OF AGING (BAP) BENEFIT ACCESS PROGRAM it clearly states the benefits that can be recieved if eligible
MY WIFE AND I ARE SENIORS. I AM 78 AND MY WIFE IS 72. MY WIFE IS DSABLED AND DOES NOT DRIVE ANY MORE. SO CAN I GET A SENIOR STICKER DISCOUNT. FOR HER AND I ALSO IT IS NOT FAIR FOR SOME SENIORSCTO GET A DISCOUNT AND SOME EDO NOT. THE PRICE SHOULD BE THE SAME FOR ALL SENIORS AND NOT FOR SOME. THIS SHOULD BE CHANGED AND BE EQUAL FOR ALL. ANY QUESTIONS CALL ME 87 466 7080.
I AM SENIOR CITIZEN AND ELIGIBLE FOR LICENSE PLATE DISCOUNT ,BUT I RECEIVED THE RENEWAL AND
IT IS ASKING ME TO PAY FULL AMOUNT WHICH IS $158.00
PLEASE TELL ME WHAT TO DO
The Department on Aging’s Benefit Access Program determines eligibility for a license plate discount from the Secretary of State’s office and free transit on fixed route systems in Illinois. To qualify, residents must be at least 65 years of age or 16 years of age and disabled, as well as meet income requirements. For a household containing one person, the annual income cap is $33,562. To apply for the Benefit Access Program online, visit online at ilaging.illinois.gov or call IDoA’s Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966. Those with specific questions about the price reduction, or about their vehicle’s registration status, are encouraged to contact the Illinois Secretary of State’s office at 800-252-8980.
For income eligibility purposes, is social security benefits included?
I have contacted the department for the senior liscence plate discount, twice, Both times I was told that they were sending me the discount letter in the mail. I did not recieve it. What do I do?
Further suggestions might be to reach out to your local state representative’s office and ask for assistance, or contact the Area Agency on Aging. You might also reach out to a social service agency in your area such as Senior Services Plus or Caritas Family Solutions.
Should states implement income-based discounts for other essential services to help those struggling financially during times of high inflation?”,
“refusal
was told by person at dmv counter illinois does not give discount on license stickers she also said discount was funded by catholic charities?is this a bunch of bs for seniors?
The story says you have to access these benefits through the Illinois Department on Aging.