Issue 12 - March 29, 2013

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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