Indiana task force would study how property is valued for taxes

The task force would study property tax assessments and recommend possible changes to lawmakers. It would examine Indiana's property values, computer estimates, assessment accuracy, and the roles of township and county assessors. The group would study whether to eliminate local assessor offices; it would only recommend possible changes. If enacted, the task force rules would start when the act passes and expire January 1, 2027. The report would be due by November 1, 2026.

The task force would include lawmakers and other members and hold public meetings. Members would include eight lawmakers, representatives of real estate, farming, and local government groups, other industry representatives, and an Indiana academic expert. Members would qualify for daily and travel payments. Money set aside for the legislative council would pay the task force's expenses. These task force rules would expire January 1, 2027.