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Committee hears arguments for and against letting cities and counties levy earnings taxes
Summary
House Bill 23-85 would allow cities or counties to levy up to a 1% earnings tax on nonresident workers, with at least half the revenue earmarked for property tax relief and voter approval required; proponents said it provides local revenue options, while opponents warned it could deter investment and raise equity and military‑pay issues.
The Committee on Taxation took testimony on House Bill 23-85, which would permit cities or counties to impose an earnings tax of up to 1% on individuals who work in the jurisdiction but do not reside there. The measure requires local governing board approval and a subsequent election for implementation; the tax must be presented to voters for continuation every 10 years, and at least 50% of revenue received must be used for property tax reduction.
Proponents included county commissioners and county-association representatives who said the earnings tax would give counties with large nonresident workforces an option…
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