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FL S2420
Joint Resolution
Status
4/30/2010
Primary Sponsor
Mike Haridopolos
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AI Summary
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Replaces existing state revenue limit based on Florida personal income growth with a new limit tied to 2010-2011 fiscal year revenues adjusted annually for inflation and population change combined.
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Requires two-thirds voter approval before the state can impose new taxes, fees, assessments, or charges for services.
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Directs revenues exceeding the revenue limit to the budget stabilization fund first, then to a separate cash reserve; excess revenues may only be spent with two-thirds legislative vote or for tax relief.
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Permits emergency taxes only when the Governor declares a state of emergency and the legislature approves by two-thirds vote, but excludes economic conditions and revenue shortfalls from emergency definitions.
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Requires two-thirds voter approval before the state can incur multi-year debt or financial obligations without adequate cash reserves pledged for all future fiscal years.
Legislative Description
State Revenues/Voter Approval New Taxes and Fees [WPSC]
Last Action
Died in Committee on Finance and Tax
4/30/2010