New Utah Law Changes Emergency Services Funding
A new Utah bill is set to alter the funding of emergency services statewide, impacting the costs for homeowners, residents, and visitors.
Under Senate Bill 1005, municipalities and special service districts can utilize a local sales tax to fund emergency medical and fire services, replacing the existing system that heavily relies on property taxes.
- The Hurricane Valley Fire Special Service District may be among the first to implement this bill.
- Mayor Bill Hoster of Leeds, chair of the Hurricane Valley Fire Special Service District, believes this shift could reduce property taxes for homeowners while expanding support for fire and EMS services.
The shift could reduce property taxes for homeowners while expanding support for fire and EMS.
Author's summary: Utah's new law changes emergency services funding.