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Arkansas House Bill HB1687

Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

Arkansas House Bill HB1687

Introduced
3/5/25  
Refer
3/5/25  

Caption

To Provide That A Water Authority Is Exempt From All Excise Taxes.

Impact

The enactment of HB1687 is expected to ease the financial burdens faced by water authorities, allowing them more flexibility in resource allocation and operational funding. Notably, by removing excise taxes, the bill intends to promote the efficient delivery of water services without the added financial strain of taxation. This change could potentially enhance the overall service delivery model within the state, as water authorities invest saved resources into infrastructure improvements and maintenance.

Summary

House Bill 1687 aims to amend existing laws concerning the tax exemptions applicable to water authorities in the state of Arkansas. The bill establishes that a water authority is exempt from all excise taxes, which would provide significant financial relief to these entities as they seek to fulfill their public mandates. The provisions indicate that all properties owned by a water authority, along with the income generated from their projects, are classified as public property used for public purposes, thus reinforcing their tax-exempt status under state law.

Contention

While the bill presents significant benefits to water authorities, concerns may arise regarding the implications of reduced tax revenue for state and local governments. Critics of the tax exemption may argue that such measures could lead to budgetary shortfalls, affecting public funding for other essential services. Hence, discussions around the bill could involve balancing the financial advantages for water authorities with the broader fiscal responsibilities of the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR HJR1012

An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution Providing That The General Assembly May Enact Laws Exempting Property From Taxation.

AR HB1271

To Amend The Prior Authorization Transparency Act; And To Exempt Certain Healthcare Providers That Provide Certain Healthcare Services From Prior Authorization Requirements.

AR HB1465

To Provide A State Sales Tax Exemption For Disabled Veterans.

AR SB143

To Amend The Prior Authorization Transparency Act; And To Exempt Certain Healthcare Providers That Provide Certain Healthcare Services From Prior Authorization Requirements.

AR HB1654

To Provide Sales And Use Tax Exemptions For Data Centers; And To Provide A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Data Center Equipment, Data Center Costs, Certain Services Provided To A Data Center, And Electricity Used By A Data Center.

AR SB478

To Provide Additional Funding For The Arkansas Port, Intermodal, And Waterway Development Grant Program Fund; And To Create A Waterways Investment Income Tax Credit.

AR HB1475

To Identify The Intangible Personal Property Of Self-service Storage Facilities That Is Exempt From Property Taxes; And To Require A County Assessor To Provide An Explanation Related To A Taxpayer's Intangible Personal Property.

AR HB1764

To Amend The Law Regarding A Municipal Water Provider That Provides Water To Another Municipality; And To Authorize A Municipal Water Provider To Shut Off The Water Supply To Another Municipality For Nonpayment.

AR HB1661

To Repeal The Sales And Use Tax On Food And Food Ingredients; And To Exempt Food And Food Ingredients From Sales And Use Tax.

AR HB1190

To Provide A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Certain Utilities Used By A Swine Farm.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.