H.B. No. 2437 introduces new regulations for the adoption and amendment of annual budgets by emergency services districts located in counties with populations exceeding three million. The bill mandates that the board of such districts prepare and adopt their annual budget in a specified manner, which includes holding an open meeting to consider the proposed budget and allowing for its adoption at the same meeting where the tax rate is set, provided they comply with existing regulations. Additionally, the proposed budget must be posted on the district's website at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Once the budget is adopted, amendments can only be made under certain conditions. The board must hold an open meeting to discuss any proposed amendments, with the proposed changes also posted online 72 hours in advance. The public is encouraged to review these amendments and provide feedback during the meeting. For an amendment to be approved, it requires a vote in favor from at least three board members. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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