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H 3016

An Act establishing a homestead exemption for disabled veterans

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by James Arena-DeRosa and 4 co-sponsors

Establishes property tax exemption for disabled veterans on primary residences in Massachusetts, reducing their annual tax burden to recognize service and improve housing affordability.

Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
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Bill Summary · H 3016

Legislative bill overview

H 3016 establishes a homestead exemption program for disabled veterans in Massachusetts, allowing them to reduce their property tax burden on their primary residences. The bill creates a tax relief mechanism specifically targeting veterans with service-connected disabilities, recognizing their contributions while providing financial assistance.

Why is this important

Property taxes represent a significant portion of housing costs in Massachusetts, and disabled veterans often face economic challenges related to service-connected conditions and employment limitations. This exemption directly reduces annual tax obligations, improving housing affordability and financial stability for a vulnerable population while acknowledging veterans' service.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on municipalities: Local governments rely on property tax revenue for schools, services, and infrastructure; widespread exemptions could shift tax burdens to other property owners or reduce municipal budgets
  • Exemption scope and eligibility: Questions remain about disability rating thresholds, income limits, how the exemption percentage is calculated, and whether it applies to all disabled veterans or only those meeting specific criteria
  • Implementation complexity: Verification of veteran status and disability claims requires coordination between state, federal VA systems, and local assessors; administrative costs and processing delays could affect program effectiveness

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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