Bill would let cities more easily form city fire districts while preserving voter approval
Jan 15, 2026
Senate Bill 6,037 would allow cities to create single‑city fire protection districts with voter‑approved financing without automatically surrendering existing tax authority; supporters say it gives local control and financial tools while preserving employee protections.
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Senate Bill 6,037 creates a clarified, voter‑driven option for cities to form a single‑city fire protection district that could access dedicated, voter‑approved revenue streams without forcing cities to forfeit existing tax authority.
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