H3253
An Act relative to property tax exemptions for the increased value of a home as a result of certain alterations and improvements to the home
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create a property tax exemption for homeowners who have made significant alterations or improvements to their properties. The exemption would cover the increased value of the home resulting from these changes. The goal is to provide financial relief to homeowners undertaking renovations and expansions, thereby potentially boosting local economies. The bill is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature.
Key provisions
- Creates a property tax exemption for increased home value due to alterations and improvements.
- Exemption applies to the portion of the property tax bill representing the increased value.
- The bill does not establish a maximum value or dollar amount for the exemption.
- The bill does not outline eligibility requirements beyond homeownership.
- The bill is currently under consideration by the Revenue Committee.
- The bill is accompanied by a study order (H5318).
- The bill was subject to hearing dates and subsequent cancellations.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Property taxpayers
- Local municipalities (assessing departments)
Notable changes
- Introduces a new property tax exemption for home improvements.
- Lacks details regarding the exemption's scope or limitations.
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Primary sponsor
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
Cosponsor
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
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Bill H.3253 194th (Current)
An Act relative to property tax exemptions for the increased value of a home as a result of certain alterations and improvements to the home
By Representatives Sullivan-Almeida of Abington and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3253) of Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida relative to property tax exemptions for the increased value of a home as a result of certain alterations and improvements to the home. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida , Kathleen R. LaNatra
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.3253
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing canceled – new hearing TBD |
| 10/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/07/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 2/9/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, March 13, 2026 |
| 3/9/2026 | House | Reported date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/2/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5318 |
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