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The Counties Approve Bill
Counties must approve new tax districts created by cities
Require the approval of the county for the creation of a tax increment financing district by a municipality.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would make it harder for cities to create tax districts without county approval, which could slow down local projects.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If this bill passes, cities might struggle to fund important projects quickly. It's important for people to share their thoughts on this change now.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill requires county approval for tax increment financing districts.
- Tax increment financing helps fund local projects by using future tax revenues.
- This bill is currently in the House Taxation committee.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Phil Jensen (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
In the news
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Sources
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