S2016
An Act relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax
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Bill overview
This bill addresses how property taxes are handled for organizations that are exempt from paying them, such as non-profit hospitals and educational institutions. It proposes to establish a system for these organizations to receive payments in lieu of taxes, effectively compensating them for the tax revenue they don't contribute. The goal is to ensure these vital services continue to be accessible while acknowledging their tax-exempt status. The bill is currently under consideration by the Joint Committee on Revenue.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) for tax-exempt organizations.
- Specifies eligible organizations for PILOT payments.
- Outlines the process for determining the amount of PILOT payments.
- Requires the Department of Revenue to administer the PILOT program.
- Addresses potential funding mechanisms for the PILOT program.
- Defines the criteria for organizations to qualify for PILOT payments.
- Requires reporting on the effectiveness of the PILOT program.
- Clarifies the relationship between PILOT payments and existing tax exemptions.
Who is affected
- Tax-exempt organizations (e.g., hospitals, universities, non-profits)
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Local governments (municipalities)
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Service providers funded by tax-exempt organizations
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Bill S.2016 194th (Current)
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.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Adam Gómez Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Revenue
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2016
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026 |
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