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MA H4
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Chapter 58 of Massachusetts General Laws to reform how towns are reimbursed for state-owned land that cannot be taxed
- Requires the state treasurer to reimburse towns annually by November 20th based on the land's assessed value multiplied by a calculated tax rate
- Sets the reimbursement rate as the average of annual property tax rates from the three preceding years across the commonwealth
- Establishes a payment floor guaranteeing towns receive at least the same amount as the prior year, unless land is removed from the program under Section 15 of Chapter 58
- Removes the existing "reimbursement percentage" language from Section 16, replacing the current calculation method
Legislative Description
To reform payments in lieu of taxes for state-owned land
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5194
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Revenue2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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