HB 3685
Requires ballot title statements to include certain information regarding the effects of proposed local option tax measures.
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Bill overview
This bill changes how ballot titles for local option tax measures are presented to voters. It requires that ballot titles include specific information about the potential impact of the tax, such as whether it will increase property taxes and by how much. The bill also mandates the inclusion of the tax rate, the duration of the tax, and an estimate of the property tax increase for the first year, providing voters with more detailed information to make an informed decision.
Key provisions
- Ballot titles for new local option taxes must include a statement indicating a potential increase in property taxes exceeding three percent.
- Ballot titles for renewing local option taxes must include a statement indicating renewal.
- Ballot titles must state the proposed rate of the local option tax.
- Ballot titles must state the length of time the tax will be in effect.
- Ballot titles must state the first fiscal year the tax will be imposed.
- For renewals at a higher rate, the bill requires stating the percentage increase and an estimate of the property tax increase.
- If the measure is rejected, the bill outlines options for the governing body or voters to propose alternative measures.
- Ballot titles for permanent rate limitations must include the tax rate per $1,000 of assessed value.
Who is affected
- Taxpayers
- Local governments (counties, cities, and other subdivisions)
- Voters
- Property owners
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Primary sponsor
E. Werner Reschke
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