Sec. 1. The purpose of this article is to do the following:

(1) Grant broad powers to enable political subdivisions to operate more efficiently by eliminating restrictions under existing law that:

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(A) impede the economy of operation of;

(B) interfere with the ease of administration of;

(C) inhibit cooperation among; and

(D) thwart better government by;

political subdivisions.

(2) Encourage efficiency by and cooperation among political subdivisions to:

(A) reduce reliance on property taxes; and

(B) enhance the ability of political subdivisions to provide critical and necessary services.

(3) Strengthen the financial condition of state government.

As added by P.L.186-2006, SEC.4.