CA AB1361

Authorizes county assessors to provide written or electronic determination of preliminary eligibility for disabled veteran property tax exemptions before the formal application process.

Applies to veterans who are blind in both eyes, have lost use of two or more limbs, or are totally disabled due to military service, with exemptions up to $100,000 of property value (or $150,000 for veterans with household income under $40,000).

Allows county assessors to accept electronically generated letters of service-connected disability from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in lieu of original letters for verification purposes.

Intends to provide disabled veterans greater purchasing power by eliminating property taxes paid at closing that would later be reimbursed.

Becomes operative on January 1, 2024, and includes coordination provisions with Senate Bill 82 if both bills are enacted.