The procedure for purchasing tax deeds will be streamlined under a bill passed by the Legislature March 1.<\/p>\n
LB370, introduced by Lexington Sen. John Wightman, eliminates the ability of county treasurers to issue tax deeds without a public sale. The ability to begin foreclosure of the tax certificate to gain ownership is not affected.<\/p>\n
The bill clarifies the notification process to ensure property owners have enough time and information to address past-due taxes. Before a tax deed can be purchased, the county government must:
\n\u2022 provide notification to the property owner on the status of his or her property and the procedure to rectify the situation;
\n\u2022 deliver notification in-person either by county sheriff or an authorized process server; and
\n\u2022 allow property owners an additional 45 days to pay a past-due tax bill.<\/p>\n
Senators passed the bill on a 48-1 vote.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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