Bill > SB33

This bill creates and modifies several provisions related to emergency services and local government taxation. It establishes a new framework for property tax credits for senior citizens, allowing counties to grant tax credits to homeowners aged 62 and older based on increases in their property tax liability. The bill also expands the State Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services, increasing its membership from 16 to up to 23 members and specifying new appointment procedures from various professional associations. Additionally, the legislation provides ambulance and fire protection districts with more flexibility in imposing sales taxes, allowing them to levy up to one percent sales tax (previously limited to one-half percent in some cases) while simultaneously reducing property tax rates. The bill also creates new provisions for political subdivisions to levy property taxes and sales taxes for fire protection services, with specific requirements for voter approval and tax rate adjustments. These changes aim to provide more funding options and financial relief for emergency services and senior citizens while ensuring transparency and voter input in the process.

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https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=57