An Act authorizing cities and towns to provide a residential exemption to senior citizens
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts cities and towns to offer a property tax exemption to senior citizens. The goal is to provide financial relief to older residents who may be struggling to afford their property taxes. The exemption would be a ‘residential’ exemption, meaning it would apply to the value of the home itself, not any improvements or land. This legislation builds on existing efforts to support senior citizens in the state.
Key provisions
- Allows cities and towns to establish a residential property tax exemption.
- The exemption would be available to senior citizens.
- The exemption would be based on the value of the senior citizen’s primary residence.
- Municipalities would have the discretion to determine the amount of the exemption.
- The exemption is intended to provide property tax relief for seniors.
Who is affected
- Senior Citizens
- Municipalities
- Property Taxpayers
- Older Adults
- Local Governments
Notable changes
- Creates a new mechanism for property tax relief for seniors.
- Provides municipalities with local control over the implementation of the exemption.
- Builds upon existing efforts to support senior citizens through property tax relief.
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Primary sponsor
James Arciero
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