IL HB3233

Increases the maximum special tax rate fire protection districts can levy for ambulance service from 0.30% to 0.40% of taxable property value, effective upon passage of this act.

Establishes a new section (b-5) allowing fire protection districts to levy the higher 0.40% tax rate following voter approval via referendum, with ballot language specifying the new rate.

Updates section (c) to reflect the new maximum tax rate of 0.40% instead of 0.30% for annual ambulance service taxes approved by voters.

Authorizes fire protection districts to provide emergency ambulance services, contract with private providers, establish regulations, and charge fees for services within their jurisdiction.

Requires voter approval through referendum before districts can levy special ambulance service taxes or exercise certain regulatory powers over ambulance services.