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Newport commissioners adopt resolution opposing state-centralized occupational tax collection
Summary
The Newport Board of Commissioners on Feb. 3 passed a resolution opposing any 2025 Kentucky General Assembly proposal to centralize collection of local occupational/business taxes, citing loss of local control and potential new fees.
The Newport Board of Commissioners on Feb. 3 unanimously approved a resolution opposing any bill that would centralize collection of local occupational business fees or payroll taxes with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, saying such a change would reduce local control and likely add costs to taxpayers and cities.
City staff (identified in the meeting as Brian) summarized concerns and said the Kentucky League of Cities had urged municipalities to adopt opposing resolutions. Staff warned the state proposal would require the creation of a new centralized…
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