An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in taxation by school districts, further providing for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes.
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Overview
This bill amends the Taxpayer Relief Act of 2006 to require public referendums for increasing certain school district taxes. Specifically, it mandates voter approval for tax increases exceeding the index, unless certain exceptions are met and approved by the Department of Education. The bill also outlines procedures for seeking departmental approval for tax increases related to specific expenditures, such as debt service and special education programs. It includes provisions to prevent political interference in school district elections and rescinds prior tax increases approved through referendum exceptions.
Key provisions
- Requires voter approval (referendum) for tax increases exceeding the index, with exceptions for specific circumstances.
- Establishes a process for school districts to seek departmental approval for tax increases related to debt service and special education.
- Allows school districts to temporarily exceed the index with departmental approval if revenue is insufficient to balance the budget.
- Prohibits the use of public funds to influence school district elections.
- Rescinds prior tax increases approved through referendum exceptions.
- Specifies timelines for school districts to comply with certain requirements.
- Defines the index calculation and its application to school district tax rates.
- Outlines procedures for determining school district compensation for retirement system payments.
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Patrick Stefano
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