HB 1072 -- Regional Jail District Tax

Co-Sponsors:  Relford, Hegeman, Klindt, Gratz

This bill authorizes regional jail commissions to have a 1/8%,
1/4%, 3/8%, and 1/2% regional sales tax for the purpose of
operating a regional jail district, if approved by qualified
voters of the district.

The bill contains further provisions, which include:  ballot
language; implementation and effective date of the tax
depositing revenue; use of funds collected; and establishment of
the Regional Jail District Sales Tax Trust Fund and its
operation.