Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S1948 — An Act relative to veteran property tax work-off

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill pertains to property tax work-off programs for veterans.

The bill addresses property tax work-off programs specifically for veterans, outlining their eligibility and participation. It aims to support veterans through opportunities to reduce their property tax obligations.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means that veteran families may have more opportunities to reduce property taxes by participating in community service.

Summary

An Act relative to veteran property tax work-off

Bill Text

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How this bill changes current law

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The bill increases the figure from $1,500 to $2,000 in two specified instances of Section 5N of chapter 59.

  • Section 5N of chapter 59

    $1,500 → $2,000

    This change raises the monetary limit from $1,500 to $2,000.

  • Section 5N of chapter 59

    $1,500 → $2,000

    This change raises the monetary limit from $1,500 to $2,000.

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Votes

Passed 38 Yea · 0 Nay · 1 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democrat 33001
Republican 5000
Total 38001
% of votes cast 97%0%0%3%
How each member voted (39)
Member Party Vote
Adam Gómez Democrat Yea
Barry R. Finegold Democrat Yea
Brendan P. Crighton Democrat Yea
Cindy F. Friedman Democrat Yea
Cynthia Stone Creem Democrat Yea
Dylan A. Fernandes Democrat Yea
Jacob R. Oliveira Democrat Yea
James B. Eldridge Democrat Yea
Jason M. Lewis Democrat Yea
Joan B. Lovely Democrat Yea
Joanne M. Comerford Democrat Yea
John C. Velis Democrat Not Voting
John F. Keenan Democrat Yea
John J. Cronin Democrat Yea
Julian Cyr Democrat Yea
Karen E. Spilka Democrat Yea
Liz Miranda Democrat Yea
Lydia Edwards Democrat Yea
Mark C. Montigny Democrat Yea
Michael D. Brady Democrat Yea
Michael F. Rush Democrat Yea
Michael J. Barrett Democrat Yea
Michael J. Rodrigues Democrat Yea
Michael O. Moore Democrat Yea
Nick Collins Democrat Yea
Patricia D. Jehlen Democrat Yea
Paul R. Feeney Democrat Yea
Paul W. Mark Democrat Yea
Pavel M. Payano Democrat Yea
Rebecca L. Rausch Democrat Yea
Robyn K. Kennedy Democrat Yea
Sal N. DiDomenico Democrat Yea
William J. Driscoll, Jr. Democrat Yea
William N. Brownsberger Democrat Yea
Bruce E. Tarr Republican Yea
Kelly A. Dooner Republican Yea
Patrick M. O'Connor Republican Yea
Peter J. Durant Republican Yea
Ryan C. Fattman Republican Yea

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Frequently asked questions

What does S1948 do?
An Act relative to veteran property tax work-off
Who sponsors S1948?
S1948 is sponsored by Julian Cyr (Democrat).
What is the current status of S1948?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S1948?
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