Budget & Taxes (Property Tax)

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4365: An Act relative to senior tax exemption

HD 4365 adjusts tax exemption rules for seniors owning real property in Boston. It increases the base exemption amount from $500 to $1,500 and replaces fixed income thresholds with 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for household size, as defined by HUD. The bill also raises property value limits from $28,000/$30,000 to $80,000/$110,000 for exemption eligibility. These changes apply specifically to Boston residents qualifying under the existing senior tax exemption program and update the calculation method annually using HUD data. The adjustments take effect immediately upon the bill's passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases senior tax exemption base ($500→$1,500) and expands eligibility via AMI thresholds, providing direct tax relief for lower-income seniors in Boston.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

Track

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3648: An Act authorizing cities and towns to provide a residential exemption to senior citizens

HD 3648 allows cities and towns to offer a property tax exemption for senior citizens aged 70 or older who live in their primary residence. The exemption covers up to 35% of the average residential property value in the municipality, but the property's taxable value cannot drop below 10% of its full market value. Municipalities must first be certified to assess all property at full value and then adopt the program through local government approval. Seniors must apply to their local assessors to receive the exemption, which applies to their primary home and is in addition to other existing exemptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax relief for seniors aged 70+, reducing their tax burden through municipal exemption programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides property tax exemption for seniors (70+), reducing housing costs for homeowners and supporting affordable housing for vulnerable residents.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

Track

in committee · Massachusetts · House May 12, 2025

HD 4657: An Act relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley

By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4143) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides real property tax deferrals in Wellesley, offering direct tax relief to residents, aligning with support indicators for tax relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

Track

signed · Massachusetts · House Mar 20, 2026

H 4143: An Act relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley

By Representative Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4143) of Alice Hanlon Peisch (by vote of the town) relative to real property tax deferrals in the town of Wellesley. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides real property tax deferrals in Wellesley, offering temporary tax relief to property owners by delaying payments.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 194: An Act increasing volunteer service property tax benefits for veterans

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1932) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to increase volunteer service property tax benefits for veterans. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax benefits for veterans, providing direct tax relief which alignates with supporting tax policy for eligible groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly increases property tax benefits for veterans, expanding their financial support through legislative action.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

Track

in committee · Massachusetts · House Mar 20, 2025

HD 4422: An Act relative to property tax classification, the senior homeowner property tax exemption, and the personal property tax exemption in the city of Boston

By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rob Consalvo (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to taxes in the city of Boston. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemptions for senior homeowners in Boston, offering tax relief for a vulnerable demographic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

Track

passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 17, 2026

H 3004: An Act authorizing cities and towns to provide a residential exemption to senior citizens

By Representative Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3004) of James Arciero, Peter Barbella and Colleen M. Garry for legislation to authorize municipalities to provide residential exemptions to senior citizens. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes property tax exemptions for senior citizens, providing direct tax relief to lower-income seniors through reduced residential tax burden.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

Track

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 3264: An Act relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax

By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3264) of Erika Uyterhoeven, Christine P. Barber and Natalie M. Higgins relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates payments in lieu of property tax for exempt organizations, increasing state revenue and supporting budget funding mechanisms.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

Track

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 2016: An Act relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2016) of Adam Gomez for legislation relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires tax-exempt organizations to make payments in lieu of property tax, increasing state revenue and closing a tax loophole to strengthen budget funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

Track

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 5225: An Act authorizing the town of Millis to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption for school building construction projects

HD 5225 allows the town of Millis to create a property tax exemption for seniors to help fund school building construction. It directly affects residents aged 65+ (or 60+ with a 65+ partner) who own their primary home in Millis for 10+ years, meet income limits tied to the state's circuit breaker tax credit, and have limited assets. The exemption covers up to the actual borrowing cost for school projects, applied only to the senior's primary residence, and must be renewed annually with proof of income and assets. The town will fund this exemption by shifting the tax burden proportionally to other residential taxpayers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for lower-income seniors via property tax exemption to fund school construction, aligning with fiscal support for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds school infrastructure via property tax exemption for seniors, directly supporting school construction projects with targeted local revenue.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

Track