Property Tax Deferral Program Changes
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R · S20
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker believes the bill is a necessary asset for helping individuals who will continue to struggle with property taxes even after other tax reductions are implemented.
R · S24
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker expresses concern that the cost of administering the program is disproportionately high relative to the small number of people currently using similar county-level programs.
R · S25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker expresses strong support for the bill, describing it as a great tool that should be tried and noting its importance in addressing current needs.
R · S27
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker voted against the bill because major institutions in their district, including a university, trauma hospital, and school district, oppose it. They also cited the lack of opportunity for local boards to weigh in on the decision.
D · S09
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because constituents, including students, staff, and teachers in their district believe it creates a more dangerous situation. They also argue that the legislation removes parental choice to keep untrained individuals with weapons away from children.
R · S21
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they believe gun-free zones are ineffective and invite mass shooters to target vulnerable people in schools.
R · S29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill by citing statistics that claim most mass shootings occur in areas designated as gun-free zones.
D · H23
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because it centralizes administration in the Department of Revenue, which smaller counties cannot manage. They also note that while other property tax issues may be fixed, this program provides a necessary safety net for homeowners facing financial stress who might otherwise lose their homes.
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The amendment adds a provision to the bill that sets a date for when the property tax deferral program will end.
The amendment changes how property tax deferral works by allowing the Department of Revenue to decide when to defer lien priority and removing limits on the amount of taxes that can be deferred.
The amendment changes the maximum interest rate for property tax deferrals to four percent before January 1, 2028.