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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Montana's Property Tax Debate: Commission, Counties, and Governor Respond to Calls for Special Session"

The Gallatin County Commission in Montana is informing homeowners that an additional $12.3 million in property taxes will need to be collected following a ruling by the Montana Supreme Court. The court ruled that counties must levy the amount determined by the Montana Department of Revenue, overturning the county's attempt to save taxpayers money while ensuring adequate school funding. The commission is now working on how to comply with the mandate and collect the additional funds from property owners.

via KBZK News|

#gallatin-county-commission #montana-department-of-revenue #montana-supreme-court

legal2 years ago•3 min saved

Montana Supreme Court Rules Against Counties on 95-Mill Tax Issue

The Montana Supreme Court has ruled against Montana county governments in a dispute over the authority of the Montana Department of Revenue to order the full collection of the 95-mill state-level school equalization levy. This ruling means that the majority of Montana counties that chose to collect a lower rate on tax bills will likely have to make up the difference in the spring. The 95 mills, which fund part of a state effort to balance funding between tax-base-rich and tax-base-poor school districts, are expected to bring in about $99 million more this year than last. The ruling has sparked concerns about rising property taxes and potential impacts on education funding.

via Montana Free Press|

#education-funding #legal #montana-department-of-revenue