Bill > H2579

This bill aims to reduce the property tax liability for grandparents raising their grandchildren. It allows cities and towns in Massachusetts to establish a tax exemption or abatement program for grandparents over the age of 55 who are legally responsible for raising their grandchildren. The bill provides that the city or town can reduce the real property tax obligation of such grandparents by up to $1,000 per child in a given tax year, in addition to any other exemptions or abatements they may be entitled to. The city or town is responsible for maintaining records of the tax reductions and providing them to the taxpayer and assessor. The legislative body of the city or town can also adjust the maximum reduction amount based on the verified legal relationship to the child.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2579