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    INTRODUCTION

    ## Legislative bill overview

    This bill would prohibit the Carroll County Office of Permits and Inspections from issuing or renewing licenses or permits if the applicant has unpaid personal property taxes, with an exception for applicants who have disputed the tax amount. It allows permits/licenses to be issued if previously unpaid taxes are paid.

    ## Why is this important

    This bill aims to incentivize payment of personal property taxes by linking permit/license issuance to tax payment status. It could increase county revenue collection. The exception for disputed taxes prevents unfair denial of permits/licenses.

    ## Potential points of contention


    • Whether unpaid property taxes should affect unrelated permitting/licensing

    • Administrative burden on the permitting office to verify tax payment status

    • Possibility that some businesses/individuals lose income if unable to get permit/license renewals

    STATUS

    10 months ago -

    Engrossed

    Thanks!