Budget & Taxes (Property Tax)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2153: 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 pay in lieu of property tax, closing revenue loophole to strengthen state budget through additional tax revenue.92% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 916: An Act relative to property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1988) of Ryan C. Fattman, Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida, Steven George Xiarhos and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans, directly reducing their tax burden per Revenue classification.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans, directly advancing their financial benefits through tax reduction.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1149: An Act establishing a local option for freezing property tax appraisals

By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1961) of Kelly A. Dooner for legislation to establish a local option for freezing property tax appraisals. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFreezes property tax appraisals to provide relief, reducing tax burden on homeowners - aligns with tax relief indicator for support.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 2, 2026

H 3254: An Act expanding the senior property tax exemption

By Representative Sweezey of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3254) of Kenneth P. Sweezey relative to expanding the senior property tax exemption. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands senior property tax exemption, providing tax relief for seniors (a lower-income group), aligning with tax relief indicators for middle/lower income.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 9, 2026

H 4094: An Act relative to the establishment of a Milton means-tested property tax exemption

By Representative Wells of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4094) of Richard G. Wells, Jr. (by vote of the town) relative to the establishment of a means-tested senior property tax exemption in the town of Milton. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMeans-tested senior property tax exemption provides direct tax relief for lower-income residents, aligning with support indicators for tax relief and fiscal responsibility.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMeans-tested property tax exemption for seniors reduces housing costs, advancing affordable housing access for low-income seniors in Milton.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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passed both · Massachusetts · House Jun 18, 2026

H 4754: An Act relative to expanded small property tax abatements in the Town of Auburn

By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4754) of Paul K. Frost and Michael O. Moore (by vote of the town) relative to expanded small property tax abatements in the town of Auburn. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax abatements for small properties in Auburn, reducing tax burden for residents - direct tax relief aligning with support indicators.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 327: An Act relative to condominiums

This bill changes how property taxes are assessed for certain reserved areas in condominium developments. If a developer (declarant) reserves the right to add or remove property in the master deed, the tax on that reserved portion can be calculated based on the land value before the condo was created, minus any later improvements taxed to the developer. The tax lien attaches to the reserved right itself, not the common areas. When the reserved right expires, the tax lien transfers to new condo units created after the assessment (but not to units already separately taxed that year), and any extended reserved rights must be recorded before being taxed.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates tax break for developers by basing assessment on pre-condo land value, reducing tax revenue from reserved areas.85% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3106: An Act relative to senior tax exemptions

HD 3106 proposes expanding Boston's senior homeowner property tax exemption to provide greater relief for residents aged 65 and older. The bill would increase the exemption amount from $500 to $1,500, adjust income limits to 50% of Area Median Income (based on HUD data), and raise asset limits from $28,000/$30,000 to $80,000/$110,000. These changes aim to make the exemption more accessible for seniors on fixed incomes, as current enrollment is far below the estimated eligible population. The bill seeks state legislative approval to modify Boston's local tax rules under Massachusetts' home-rule provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands senior tax exemption by increasing relief amount and adjusting eligibility, providing targeted tax relief for fixed-income seniors per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands property tax exemptions for senior homeowners, reducing housing costs and increasing affordability for this group, directly supporting affordable housing policies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Homeownership Property Taxes

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3697: An Act relative to increasing disability ratings for veterans

This bill updates Massachusetts property tax exemptions for veterans with service-connected disabilities. It replaces a flat $2000 or $400 exemption with an incremental scale: veterans rated 10% or more disabled by the VA or military receive $400 for 10% disability up to $1,000 for 100% disability, in 10% increments. The exemption applies to primary residences occupied by qualifying veterans or their spouses (if also veterans) and continues annually unless the disability rating drops below 10%. The Department of Revenue must establish this scale by January 1, 2027, to implement the changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides incremental property tax relief for veterans with service-connected disabilities, increasing exemptions from flat $2000/$400 to $400-$1000 based on VA rating.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases property tax exemptions for veterans based on VA disability rating, expanding financial benefits from flat rate to incremental scale.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3044: An Act relative to property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans

This bill (HD 3044) provides full property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans who own or have property deeded to them or their spouse, as their primary residence. It replaces the previous system that limited tax relief to $1,500 or a portion of a specially adapted housing grant. The key change is granting complete exemption from property taxes on the veteran's primary residence, rather than a capped dollar amount. This directly affects qualifying veterans with 100% service-connected permanent total disability who reside in the property they own or hold title to.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides full property tax exemption for disabled veterans, expanding relief beyond previous $1,500 cap, aligning with tax relief for lower-income groups.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides full property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans, replacing capped $1,500 relief with complete exemption - directly expands benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Veteran Housing

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