# Crypto Trade Groups Sue Illinois Over a 0.2% Digital-Asset Levy That Is Already in Force

If covered brokers do not collect the charge, the state's rules push the obligation onto individual users, calculated monthly against the value of their total holdings.

- Published: 2026-08-23T05:46:20.809Z
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- Sources: [CryptoSlate](https://cryptoslate.com/everyday-crypto-users-face-monthly-tax-bills-on-total-asset-value-if-covered-brokers-fail-to-collect-under-new-illinois-rules/), [CoinDesk](https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/08/21/crypto-advocates-join-in-suing-illinois-over-digital-asset-tax), [Polylog editors](https://polylog.news)

The Blockchain Association and the Crypto Council for Innovation have joined litigation against Illinois over the state's recently approved 0.2% tax on digital-asset transactions. Both groups are seeking injunctions. Filing the suit did not…

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