requiring municipalities, towns, and cities to submit documentation to the department of revenue administration proving they are in compliance with local budget and tax caps and requiring municipalities to hold a public hearing and conduct a roll call vote when seeking to override a tax or spending cap.
Sen. Gray Moved Nonconcur with the House Amendment, MA, VV; 05/21/2026; SJ 13
Summary
The bill requires cities, towns, village districts and unincorporated places to give at least 30 days notice, hold a public hearing with a minimum 60‑minute comment period, and record a roll‑call vote whenever they seek to override a local tax or spending limit. The vote record, including each official’s name and vote, must be published on the next property tax bill. The measure aims to increase transparency and citizen participation in local fiscal decisions.
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