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LB 770

Authorize fees for the collection of certain taxes of reclamation districts and county agricultural societies and change the distribution of the nameplate capacity tax

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Barry DeKay

LB 770 authorizes reclamation districts and agricultural societies to charge tax collection fees and redistributes nameplate capacity tax revenue among these rural organizations.

Notice of hearing for January 21, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 770

Legislative bill overview

LB 770 authorizes reclamation districts and county agricultural societies to collect fees for tax collection services and modifies how the nameplate capacity tax revenue is distributed among these entities. The bill appears to adjust the financial mechanisms by which these rural infrastructure and agricultural organizations fund their operations through tax collection fees.

Why is this important

Reclamation districts manage irrigation and water infrastructure in agricultural regions, while county agricultural societies support farming communities and rural development. Changes to how these organizations collect fees and receive tax revenue directly impact their ability to maintain operations, fund public services, and support agricultural communities. These adjustments can affect water management systems, county fairs, and rural economic development programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on districts and societies: The fee structure and tax distribution changes could create winners and losers among different reclamation districts and agricultural societies, potentially disadvantaging smaller or less populous rural areas
  • Agricultural producer burden: If fees are ultimately passed to farmers and agricultural operations, it increases their operational costs during a time of agricultural economic pressure
  • Transparency of fee mechanisms: The bill's specifics on how fees are calculated and what constitutes "collection costs" may lack clear definitions, potentially allowing variable or escalating charges

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

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