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County officials warn proposed state tax changes could shift costs to counties
Summary
County elected officials told the council they are watching a proposed state measure (referred to as SB1) that could change how taxes are collected and distributed, potentially reducing property-tax revenue and shifting burdens to counties if the state adopts other local taxes or mandates.
At the start of the meeting commissioners raised concerns about a pending state proposal referred to in discussion as SB1 and its uncertain final form. Speakers said they had discussed the measure with legislators and described multiple interpretations of the bill’s intent.
"I've heard legislators say that it's not a tax cut. It's a shift away from property taxes to do some kind of other tax,"…
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