HB 2688
An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in taxation and finance, further providing for township and special tax levies.
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Second Class Township Code to allow townships to levy an additional property tax specifically for supporting local police departments. The tax cannot exceed three mills and must be approved by a favorable referendum held according to state election laws. This change provides townships with a dedicated funding source for their police departments, supplementing existing revenue streams. The bill also clarifies that all taxes collected must be in cash.
Key provisions
- Townships can levy an annual tax for local police department support.
- The maximum tax rate is three mills.
- Tax levy requires a favorable referendum vote.
- Referendum must comply with Pennsylvania election laws.
- All tax collections must be in cash.
Who is affected
- Townships (Second Class)
- Property Owners in Townships
- Local Police Departments
- Taxpayers
- Boards of Supervisors
Notable changes
- Introduces a specific tax levy for police department funding.
- Requires voter approval for the new tax.
- Specifies the maximum tax rate (three mills).
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