Bill
HB 2866
Overview: HB 2866, Relating to fees and charges for municipality provided fire services, has been enacted into law as Chapter 186, Acts, Regular Session, 2025.Purpose and Intent: T
Overview: HB 2866, Relating to fees and charges for municipality provided fire services, has been enacted into law as Chapter 186, Acts, Regular Session, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to provide municipalities with the authority to establish fees and charges for fire services they provide, in order to help cover the costs of these essential public safety services.
Key Provisions:
- Allows municipalities to impose fees and charges for fire services, including emergency response, fire suppression, and fire prevention activities
- Requires municipalities to establish a fee schedule and public hearing process before implementing any new fees or charges
- Specifies that fees and charges must be reasonable and proportional to the cost of providing the fire services
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact municipalities and their residents, who may see new or increased fees for fire services. However, it also provides municipalities with a tool to help maintain and improve these critical public safety services.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been enacted into law, becoming effective immediately.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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