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MA S1960

Relative to uniformity among veteran tax exemptions


summary

Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to uniformity among veteran tax exemptions. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill aims to establish uniformity among veteran tax exemptions in Massachusetts. Specifically, it requires assessors to accept any award letter provided by the Veterans' Administration as proof of eligibility for the various veteran tax exemptions outlined in the state's laws. Additionally, the bill allows assessors to accept a disability affidavit signed by the local Veterans' Service Office as an alternative to the Veterans Affairs Disability Award Letter, as long as the affidavit is on a form prescribed by the Division of Local Services. The bill also stipulates that assessors cannot require additional information in subsequent years once a veteran's eligibility for the exemption has been established.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2930 (on 07/30/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1960
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1960.pdf
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