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HB 144

Fire protection districts mill levies-amendments.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Anderson and 8 co-sponsors

Wyoming HB 144 modifies fire protection district property tax levy authority, affecting how districts fund operations and local property tax obligations.

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Bill Summary · HB 144

Legislative bill overview

HB 144 amends Wyoming's fire protection district mill levy statutes, adjusting how fire districts can assess property taxes to fund operations. The bill passed its committee with a strong recommendation and is now on the general legislative file for consideration by the full House.

Why is this important

Fire protection districts depend on mill levies—property tax assessments measured in mills per dollar of assessed value—to fund firefighting services, equipment, and personnel. Changes to levy authority directly affect both the funding available to districts and the property tax burden on residents and businesses in those districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax burden impacts: Any increase in authorized mill levies raises property taxes for residents and businesses in affected fire districts, which may face opposition from taxpayers concerned about rising assessments
  • Fiscal equity: Different fire districts may seek different levy increases, potentially creating disparities in service quality or funding fairness across the state
  • Implementation specifics: The exact amendments to levy caps, procedures, or district authority are not detailed in this summary, making it unclear whether the changes expand or restrict district taxing power

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

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