HB865

Revise government entity limitations on property tax increases

Failed·5/20/25
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Montana HB865 revises property tax limitations, allowing local governments to exceed certain mill levy limits with voter approval.

Montana HB865 revises property tax limitations by allowing local governments to exceed certain mill levy limits with voter approval. The bill specifies conditions under which local governments can impose additional mill levies, including the need for a resolution detailing the purpose, amount, and number of mills. It also outlines how newly taxable property is calculated and how investment earnings from a large taxpayer reserve account can be used. The bill applies to property tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

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Calendar

Mar 31, 2025

10:00 AM

House Taxation Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Apr 7, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for Revenue Bill Transmittal

Mar 29, 2025

House

(H) Bill Withdrawn per House Rule H30-50(3)(b)