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AR HB1711

Bill

Status

Failed

5/17/2013

Primary Sponsor

James McLean

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th General Assembly (2013 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 26-3-306(a)(1)(B)(iii) to allow surviving spouses of deceased veterans to claim property tax exemptions regardless of subsequent marital status.

  • Surviving spouses retain exemption eligibility upon remarriage, with exemptions reinstated if a subsequent marriage terminates.

  • Extends the same provision to surviving spouses of United States armed forces members who died while on active duty, allowing reinstatement of homestead and personal property tax exemptions upon termination of a subsequent marriage.

  • Effective for assessment years beginning on or after January 1, 2013.

Legislative Description

To Amend The Property Tax Exemption For A Surviving Spouse Of A Deceased Veteran; And To Allow A Surviving Spouse Of A Deceased Veteran To Claim A Property Tax Exemption Regardless Of Subsequent Marital Status.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/17/2013

Committee Referrals

Revenue and Taxation3/6/2013

Full Bill Text

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