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Iowa House Bill HSB752

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB752

Introduced
4/18/24  
Introduced
4/18/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to state and local finances by modifying individual and alternate income tax rates, withholding credits, franchise tax deductions, methodologies for determining property taxes, and property tax assessment limitations, changing methods of determining compensation of county officials, making contingent transfers from the taxpayer relief fund, and making corrections, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(See HF 2705.)

Impact

If enacted, HSB752 would directly impact how property taxes are calculated and enforced across Iowa. By adjusting methods for property tax assessments and allowing municipalities to extend tax collection periods for projects, the bill could lead to significant changes in local funding for services and infrastructure. This would not only affect taxpayers but could also influence the overall economic climate by altering how businesses and municipalities can finance essential projects, particularly in urban development and public services.

Summary

House Study Bill 752 proposes significant modifications to the state's financial management and taxation frameworks as it relates to both state and local entities. It aims to alter individual income tax rates, franchise tax deductions, and methodologies for determining property tax assessments. The bill sets provisions to reduce property tax assessments based on various assessed value thresholds, thereby potentially following trends to alleviate the tax burden on residents and businesses. Furthermore, it includes a provision for the state to make contingent transfers from the taxpayer relief fund, allowing for flexibility in financial management during fiscal uncertainties.

Contention

A point of contention arose regarding the provisions that allow municipalities to collect taxes for up to an additional three years for urban renewal projects initiated before January 2018. While proponents argue this will provide necessary funding for essential public improvements, critics express concerns that extending these tax collection periods could lead to long-term financial burdens on local residents. The tension between maintaining fiscal responsibility and providing adequate public services is central to the debate surrounding this legislation.

Latest HSB752 Activity

Companion Bills

IA HF2705

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to state and local finances by modifying individual and alternate income tax rates, withholding credits, franchise tax deductions, methodologies for determining property taxes, and property tax assessment limitations, changing methods of determining compensation of county officials, making contingent transfers from the taxpayer relief fund, and making corrections, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(Formerly HSB 752.)

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