Bill > S1887

This bill aims to provide better notices and protections in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes. It makes several key changes: 1. Requires purchasers of tax receivables to give notice to the taxpayer, municipality, and local/regional council on aging within 12 business days, including information about the complaint to foreclose process, redemption options, and potential loss of property rights. 2. Removes the ability to arrest someone for not paying their taxes. 3. Requires specific language in tax demand notices to inform property owners about potential tax taking, available exemptions/abatements, and how to get assistance. 4. Allows municipalities to sell tax titles at public auction, with only licensed debt collectors eligible to participate. 5. Requires additional notices and disclosures when municipalities assign or foreclose on tax titles, particularly for residential properties. 6. Authorizes municipalities to offer payment agreements of up to 10 years, with potential waivers of up to 75% of accrued interest for eligible homeowners. 7. Extends the timeframe for municipalities to bring foreclosure actions from 6 months to 12 months. The overall goal is to provide more transparency and protections for property owners facing delinquent tax collection.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1887