MassachusettsChatham could combine property tax accounts for eligible homeowners
Chatham would be allowed to approve requests to combine overdue and deferred property tax accounts for eligible homeowners whose households include an older or disabled resident.
What it does
Chatham could combine overdue and deferred tax accounts for a home. Residents’ combined income must be $50,000 or less, one resident must be disabled or at least 65, and the taxpayer must have used the home as their main residence for at least five years.
Argument forCombining two accounts could make property tax debts easier for eligible homeowners to track and manage if Chatham approves their requests.
Argument againstThe income cutoff could exclude households earning just over $50,000, even if they struggle to manage their property tax debts.
More detail
Chatham could approve a taxpayer’s request to combine overdue and deferred property tax accounts. The taxpayer listed on the property’s tax records must apply, and Chatham would decide whether to approve the request. Both accounts must cover the same residential property. After consolidation, all property taxes and accrued interest due would follow only the applicable rules in Chapter 59 of Massachusetts law. The measure would take effect upon becoming law.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 26Senate concurredLatest
- Oct 22Referred to the committee on RevenueIntroduced
Taxes & Budget