Committee approves optional developer-backed TIF structure amid lien and liability questions Senate Bill 18 58, allowing developers to borrow against projected TIF revenues instead of municipalities borrowing, passed the committee 7–4 after an amendment requiring recording of lien priority. Sponsors said the option could enable projects in smaller communities; members pressed for stronger language to protect taxpayers.

A new Senate bill could empower local developers to fund projects without putting taxpayers at risk, but questions about liability and protection remain hot topics.

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