SB 1148: Relating to: authorizing the creation of an emergency services district, authorizing an emergency services district to levy a property tax, and authorizing an emergency services district to impose special charges and issue debt. (FE)
SB 1148 status: Introduced — Fiscal estimate received (updated May 13, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill would allow a community to create a local group to manage emergency services, like firefighting or ambulance crews. If formed, this group would have the power to pay for these services by collecting property taxes, charging service fees, and taking out loans to buy equipment like fire trucks or ambulances. It...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- no material direct effect
Risks
- no material direct effect
Economy
Benefits
- better-resourced emergency service infrastructure
Risks
- new property tax levies for residents
- increased municipal debt exposure
Society
Benefits
- potential for improved emergency response times
- enhanced coordination of regional services
Risks
- potential for local service cost disparities
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Analysis status
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Creation of new taxing authority will directly increase property tax burdens for affected jurisdictions
Analysis based on legislative abstract only
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