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MA H2809

MA H2809
Relative to increasing disability ratings for veterans


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to increasing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to increase property tax exemptions for disabled veterans in Massachusetts. The key provisions are: 1. Increases the property tax exemption amount for veterans with a disability rating of 10% or more, providing a minimum of $400 for a 10% rating and up to $1,000 for a 100% rating, with increments of no more than 10% for each corresponding exemption amount. 2. Requires the Department of Revenue, in collaboration with the Commissioner of Veterans' Affairs, to establish the incremental exemption scale and any necessary rules or regulations by January 1, 2023. The bill aims to provide greater financial support to disabled veterans by enhancing the property tax exemption benefits they can receive, which could help offset the challenges they face due to their service-related disabilities.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5244 (on 09/22/2022)

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