Bill
A 5728
Overview: A 5728, Places a permanent moratorium on unfunded mandates, REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS, Introduced: May 22, 2025Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is
Overview: A 5728, Places a permanent moratorium on unfunded mandates, REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS, Introduced: May 22, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to prohibit the state government from imposing any new unfunded mandates on local governments, school districts, or other political subdivisions. The intent is to prevent the state from shifting the financial burden of new programs or requirements onto local entities without providing the necessary funding.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a permanent moratorium on the enactment of any new unfunded mandates
- Defines "unfunded mandate" as any state law, rule, or regulation that requires a local government, school district, or other political subdivision to engage in an activity or provide a service without the state providing full funding
- Allows for exceptions in cases of emergencies or federal requirements, but requires the state to fully fund the mandate in those instances
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Local governments, school districts, and other political subdivisions would be protected from having to bear the costs of new state-imposed programs or requirements
- Taxpayers in local communities may see reduced property tax burdens or improved services as a result of the state fully funding any new mandates
- The state government would need to carefully consider the fiscal impacts of any new legislation or regulations on local entities
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the Governmental Operations committee for further consideration
- If passed, the moratorium on unfunded mandates would take effect immediately and remain in place permanently
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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