Bill > HB1875

This bill modifies tax levy provisions for first-class townships in Pennsylvania, specifically expanding the board of commissioners' ability to levy taxes for various purposes. The bill increases the maximum annual tax rate from three to ten mills for certain township purposes and from one-half to five mills for supporting emergency services like ambulance and rescue services. Importantly, if townships want to set tax rates higher than these new thresholds, they must submit the proposed tax rate to voters through a referendum managed by the county board of elections. The bill also adds specific references to "eligible townships" as defined in The Fiscal Code, which provides additional context for how these tax levy rules might apply. The changes appear designed to give townships more flexibility in raising funds for local services while still maintaining voter oversight through referendum requirements. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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