SB 1139: History and arts: other; history museum authorities act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 1140'26, SB 1141'26
SB 1139 status: Introduced — SENATE CO-SPONSOR(S) NAMED: STEPHANIE CHANG (updated Aug 26, 2026).
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OfficialHistory and arts: other; history museum authorities act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 1140'26, SB 1141'26. Currently in Senate.
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Environment
Benefits
- No material impact on environmental policy.
Risks
- No material impact on environmental policy.
Economy
Benefits
- Provides stable funding for cultural non-profits.
- Supports museum-related jobs and operations.
Risks
- Authorizes a new property tax levy of up to 0.2 mills.
- Adds tax burden on local property owners.
Society
Benefits
- Guarantees free museum admission for county residents.
- Expands educational programming for students and seniors.
Risks
- Benefits are contingent on voter approval of tax levies.
- Excludes areas without a history museum meeting the population threshold.
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highhigh
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New property tax burden may face resistance from taxpayers.
Authority establishment is voluntary for counties.
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CurrentSENATE CO-SPONSOR(S) NAMED: STEPHANIE CHANG
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