2014 Senate Bill 1039

Revise state tax tribunal membership

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 10, 2014

Introduced by Sen. Bruce Caswell (R-16)

To establish that members of the seven-member state “tax tribunal” that issues judgments on property tax appeals serve could be removed "for cause," and after notice and hearing. Under current law members are appointed by the governor for four year terms, subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

Referred to the Committee on Finance

Sept. 30, 2014

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Nov. 13, 2014

Passed in the Senate 31 to 5 (details)

Received in the House

Nov. 13, 2014

Referred to the Committee on Tax Policy