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MA H3212
MA H3212Relative to ensuring fairness and equity in the assessment of the value of property
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the assessment of the value of property for tax purposes. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Section 2A of Chapter 59 of Massachusetts law to expand the rights of local property assessors when determining property value for tax purposes. Specifically, the bill allows assessors to enter properties (excluding buildings) after providing reasonable notice, in order to collect physical and functional data needed to determine the property's fair cash value. The provision clarifies that such entry is not considered trespassing and aligns with the Department of Revenue's requirements and nationally recognized professional appraisal standards. However, the bill also maintains that assessors remain liable for any damage caused during their property inspection. This change aims to help ensure more accurate and fair property tax assessments by giving assessors clearer legal authorization to gather necessary information about a property's characteristics that might impact its valuation.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling (on 02/11/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3212 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3212.pdf |
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