Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S2071 — An Act granting property tax relief to seniors

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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

The bill provides property tax relief specifically for seniors.

This legislation aims to offer property tax relief to senior citizens. It seeks to alleviate the financial burden of property taxes for this demographic.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families with senior members may experience reduced financial strain from property taxes.

Summary

An Act granting property tax relief to seniors

Bill Text

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How this bill changes current law

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This bill allows cities and towns to grant property tax abatements for residents over the age of 75.

  • Section 5

    Fifty-ninth. Upon the acceptance of this section by a city or town, the board of assessors may grant real and personal property tax abatement up to 100 per cent of the total tax assessed to a resident who has attained the age of 75, subject to eligibility criteria to be established by the board of assessors.

    This addition enables local boards to offer significant tax relief to senior residents.

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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Frequently asked questions

What does S2071 do?
An Act granting property tax relief to seniors
Who sponsors S2071?
S2071 is sponsored by Michael F. Rush (Democrat).
What is the current status of S2071?
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 S2071?
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