Bill > HB3108

This bill modifies existing law regarding sheriffs' compensation by providing a $15,000 annual commission to sheriffs in their capacity as county tax collectors. Previously, the law stipulated that sheriffs would receive this commission only after collecting 85 percent of combined real and personal property taxes, but the new language removes that performance condition. The bill simplifies the compensation structure by directly stating that sheriffs will receive the $15,000 commission as part of their regular budgeted compensation, in addition to their current salary. This change appears to recognize sheriffs' essential role in tax collection by providing a standardized additional payment, regardless of the specific percentage of taxes collected. The commission will continue to be charged against the various funds for which taxes are collected and will be paid in accordance with existing legal provisions.