H4687
An Act relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years
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Bill overview
This bill addresses property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent years. It seeks to revise the existing system used to determine property tax rates, potentially impacting how taxes are assessed and collected within the city. The bill was presented by representatives Steven Owens and John J. Lawn, Jr., and has been referred to the Joint Committee on Revenue for review and consideration. It is similar to previous legislation concerning Watertown’s property tax classifications.
Key provisions
- Revises property tax classifications in Watertown.
- Applies to fiscal year 2027 and subsequent years.
- Proposed by Representatives Owens and Lawn.
- Currently under review by the Joint Committee on Revenue.
- Related to previous legislation concerning Watertown’s property tax system.
- Includes a petition subject to Joint Rule 12 and city council approval.
- Scheduled for a hearing on January 27, 2026.
Who is affected
- Residents of Watertown
- Property owners in Watertown
- The City of Watertown
- The Watertown City Council
- Taxpayers in Watertown
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to the current property tax classification system.
- It is a continuation of efforts to address property tax classifications in Watertown, as evidenced by similar past legislation.
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Primary sponsor
Steven Owens
Cosponsor
Steven Owens
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Bill H.4687 194th (Current)
An Act relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years
By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Lawn of Watertown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven Owens (with the approval of the city council) relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: Steven Owens , John J. Lawn, Jr. Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Revenue City/Town: Watertown
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.4687
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/29/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 10/16/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 10/30/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 1/16/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 01/27/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 & A-2 |
| 1/27/2026 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 01/27/2026 from 01:00 PM-02:25 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 3/9/2026 | House | Reported date extended to Friday, June 26, 2026 |
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