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Committee narrows but advances bill requiring earlier tax-notification to public
Summary
Lawmakers advanced HB365, which requires local governments to notify the public earlier when they plan property-tax increases; school and municipal witnesses warned April 1 may be too early and suggested May 1 as a compromise, but the committee passed the amended bill out favorably after debate and amendments.
Representative Peterson introduced HB365 to require cities, counties and school districts to notify the public earlier in the budget cycle when they intend to pursue a tax increase. The sponsor said an earlier notice helps engage the public during budget formation rather than only at the truth-in-taxation hearing.
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