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Bill > S2439
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Introduced
12/19/2019
12/19/2019
In Committee
02/13/2020
02/13/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
That the town of Mattapoisett be authorized to assess certain solar or wind systems. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the town of Mattapoisett to assess certain solar or wind systems that are capable of producing more than 25 kilowatts AC and whose power production exceeds 125% of the annual electricity needs of the property where the system is located, as personal property for tax purposes. The town may also enter into a payment in lieu of taxes agreement with the system owner, which cannot exceed 20 years unless there are express justifications for a longer term. The system owner must annually provide an affidavit to the town's Board of Assessors with details about the system. Existing payment in lieu of tax agreements are grandfathered and not subject to this new law.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read second and ordered to a third reading (on 07/10/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2439 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2439.pdf |
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