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The Mitchell County Bill
Mitchell County homeowners get property tax break, sales tax rises
Mitchell County; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption
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This bill would let Mitchell County homeowners pay less property tax, but everyone would pay more sales tax instead.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill would help Mitchell County homeowners by letting them pay no property tax on their home's value. This could be a big help for people on fixed incomes or those struggling to afford their homes. However, a new sales tax would pay for this property tax break, meaning everyone who buys things in Mitchell County, including those who do not own homes, would pay more. Voters would get to decide if they want this change in a special election. It is important to think about who benefits and who pays if this bill were to become law.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- This bill would create a homestead exemption for homes in Mitchell County.
- Homeowners would not pay property tax on the full value of their home.
- A new sales tax would pay for this property tax break.
- Voters in Mitchell County would need to approve the new sales tax.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Patty Stinson (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Tangie Herring (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
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