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S 1183

Maintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced by Maria Cantwell and 12 co-sponsors

Bill S 1183 offers a full property tax exemption for veterans with a 100% service-connected disability, easing their financial burden and improving their quality of life.

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Bill Summary · S 1183

Summary of Bill S 1183

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: S 1183
  • Title: Establishes a real property tax exemption for veterans with a 100 percent service-connected disability
  • Status: Returned to Senate
  • Introduced On: January 08, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of Bill S 1183 is to provide financial relief to veterans who have been deemed to have a 100 percent service-connected disability. By establishing a real property tax exemption, the bill aims to alleviate the financial burden on these veterans, recognizing their service and sacrifices made for the country.

Key Provisions

  • Tax Exemption: The bill proposes a full exemption from real property taxes for veterans with a 100 percent service-connected disability. This exemption would apply to the veteran's primary residence.
  • Eligibility Criteria: To qualify for the exemption, veterans must provide documentation of their disability status as recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Impact

  • Beneficiaries: The bill is expected to benefit veterans with a 100 percent service-connected disability, providing them with significant financial relief. This could enhance their quality of life and help them manage living expenses more effectively.
  • Local Governments: The implementation of this tax exemption may affect local government revenues, as they will need to adjust their tax income based on the exemptions granted to qualifying veterans.

Legislative Actions

  • 2025-01-08: Bill introduced and referred to the Committee on Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs.
  • 2025-02-04: First report calendar.
  • 2025-02-10: Advanced to third reading.
  • 2025-05-27: Passed in the Senate and delivered to the Assembly.
  • 2025-06-17: Substituted for A74, passed in the Assembly, and returned to the Senate.

Related Bills

  • S 6342: Prior session bill related to veterans' benefits.
  • A 6839: Prior session bill concerning property tax exemptions.
  • S 2918: Prior session bill addressing veterans' affairs.
  • S 2028: Prior session bill on military and veterans' issues.
  • A 74: Companion bill to S 1183.

Conclusion

Bill S 1183 represents a significant step towards supporting veterans with severe disabilities by providing them with a much-needed tax exemption. As the bill progresses through the legislative process, it highlights the ongoing commitment to addressing the needs of those who have served in the military.

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

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