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HB 447

Anne Arundel County – Property Tax Credit – Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake, Incorporated

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brian Chisholm

Maryland grants Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake a property tax credit in Anne Arundel County, reducing nonprofit operational costs but decreasing local tax revenue.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 178
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Bill Summary · HB 447

Legislative bill overview

HB 447 provides a property tax credit to Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake, Incorporated for real property in Anne Arundel County. The credit appears to be a tax exemption or reduction on property owned or used by this nonprofit organization for its charitable housing mission.

Why is this important

Property tax credits for nonprofits directly reduce operational costs for organizations providing affordable housing solutions. This allows Habitat for Humanity to allocate more resources toward construction and assistance programs rather than local taxation, potentially expanding housing availability for lower-income residents in Anne Arundel County.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax base erosion: Removing property from the tax rolls reduces county revenue, shifting the tax burden to other property owners and taxpayers
  • Scope specificity: The bill targets one specific organization rather than establishing broader criteria, raising questions about fairness to other housing nonprofits or charitable organizations
  • Precedent concerns: Single-organization tax credits may encourage similar requests from other nonprofits and special interests, potentially creating a patchwork of exemptions

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

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