HB2546

Kansas HB2546 allows Labette County to impose a countywide sales tax to support its fire departments.

Kansas HB2546 amends state law to grant Labette County the authority to impose a countywide sales tax. The revenue from this tax will be dedicated to providing financial support to the fire departments located within the county. The bill specifies that the tax can be submitted to the voters for approval in an election. If approved, the tax can be set at rates of 0.125%, 0.25%, 0.5%, 0.75%, or 1%. The tax can be extended or reenacted for additional periods as allowed by law. The bill also includes provisions for the apportionment and administration of the tax revenue.