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HF 193

A bill for an act concerning county recorder fees.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Henry Stone

Bill HF 193 simplifies county recorder fees to a flat $10 per page but eliminates funds for record preservation, potentially impacting public access and record management.

Tabled until future meeting.
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Bill Summary · HF 193

Summary of Bill HF 193: County Recorder Fees

Bill Number: HF 193
Introduced On: February 3, 2025
Status: Tabled until future meeting
Classification: Bill
Subject: County Government, County Recorders

Purpose and Intent

Bill HF 193 aims to amend existing laws regarding the fees charged by county recorders for filing and recording documents. The primary intent of the bill is to simplify the fee structure and eliminate certain funds associated with the county recorder's office, thereby streamlining the financial processes related to public records management.

Key Provisions

  • Flat Fee Structure: The bill proposes a new flat fee of $10 for each page filed or recorded in the county recorder's office. This replaces the current fee structure, which may vary based on different factors.

  • Elimination of Funds: The bill seeks to eliminate:

    • The County Recorder’s Records Management Fund, which is currently used for preserving and maintaining public records and enhancing technological capabilities.
    • The County Recorder’s Electronic Transaction Fund and the Local Government Electronic Transaction Fund, which are used for various electronic recording and transaction purposes.

  • Current Fund Uses: Under existing law, the funds being eliminated are utilized for:

    • Preserving and maintaining public records.
    • Assisting counties in reducing record preservation costs.
    • Enhancing access to public records.
    • Planning for future needs related to record handling and preservation.

Impact

  • County Recorders: The bill directly affects county recorders by changing how they collect fees and manage funds related to public records. The flat fee may simplify transactions for both recorders and the public.

  • Public Access to Records: The elimination of the funds may raise concerns about the future capacity of county recorders to maintain and preserve public records, as well as to provide electronic access to these records.

  • Local Governments: Local governments may need to adjust their budgeting and planning processes in light of the changes to the funding structure for electronic transactions and record management.

Procedural Timeline

  • Introduced: February 3, 2025, and referred to the Local Government committee.
  • Subcommittee Meeting: Scheduled for February 12, 2025, at 8:00 AM in Room 19.
  • Tabled: The bill was tabled on February 12, 2025, pending further discussion in future meetings.

This summary provides an overview of Bill HF 193, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, potential impacts, and procedural status. As the bill progresses, further discussions will clarify its implications for county recorders and the public.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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