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Issue 12 - March 29, 2013
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Legislative Overview
Today marks the 75th day of the First Regular Session of the 51st Legislature. The only committees to meet this week were the House and
Senate Appropriations Committees, both of which had a significant number of bills on their agenda. Tuesday, April 23 marks the 100th
day of session; however, the likelihood of closing out session by that deadline will greatly depend on the ability of the Executive and
the Legislative branches to craft a viable budget proposal.
Changes to Transaction Privilege Taxes (TPT)
On Tuesday, the Senate Appropriations Committee considered
HB 2111 (investments; public monies). The bill was amended with
a strike-everything amendment that mirrored the language of the amendments adopted in the Senate Finance Committee less than a week
prior, rendering the hearing largely unnecessary. The changes contained in the amendment do not reflect a final compromise or deal on
tax simplification. The League continues to be actively engaged in negotiations with the goal of crafting a viable solution for all
parties. A day before the committee hearing, the Governor's Office presented a counter-proposal on auditing which is currently being
reviewed by the League and municipal staff. It is our understanding that HB 2111 will not advance further until conclusions have been
reached.
Other Bills of Note
(All bills being actively monitored by the League can be found here.)
Bill Number - Short Title - Subject(s)
HB 2280: employee benefits; state preemption - regulation
HB 2347: tax levy; bond costs; public investments - finance
HB 2443: cities; counties; regulatory review - regulation
HB 2621: fund; state parks; roads; fee - finance
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