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FL S1130
Bill
Status
4/30/2010
Primary Sponsor
Lee Constantine
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AI Summary
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Creates the Local Government Revenue Intercept Act allowing local governments to authorize the Department of Revenue to intercept certain state revenues to replenish debt service reserves for local government bonds.
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Defines interceptable revenues as communications services tax, local government half-cent sales tax, local option fuel taxes, and revenue sharing funds, with a specified priority order for interception.
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Requires local governments to adopt a resolution or ordinance with nine specific authorizations and requirements, including proof that anticipated revenues will be at least 1.75 times the maximum annual debt service payment.
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Allows trustee or paying agents to request interception with at least 60 days' written notice, and requires the Department of Revenue to intercept and transmit funds as specified.
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Clarifies that bonds under an intercept program do not constitute a state obligation or debt, and prevents the state from repealing or amending the law in a manner that would harm bond purchasers, holders, and owners.
Legislative Description
Local Government Revenue Intercept Act [WPSC]
Last Action
Died in Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability
4/30/2010