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HB 1611

Property Tax - Credit for Dwelling House of Disabled Veterans and Surviving Spouses - Income Eligibility

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jackie Addison and 13 co-sponsors

Maryland bill adjusts income eligibility caps for disabled veterans' property tax credits, expanding or restricting tax relief access based on household earnings thresholds.

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Bill Summary · HB 1611

Legislative bill overview

HB 1611 modifies Maryland's property tax credit program for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses by adjusting income eligibility thresholds. The bill specifically targets the "Dwelling House Credit," which provides property tax relief to qualifying disabled veterans and surviving spouses who meet certain residency and service-connected disability criteria.

Why is this important

Property tax burden is a significant financial challenge for fixed-income populations, particularly elderly surviving spouses and disabled veterans living on limited benefits. Adjusting income eligibility directly determines which households can access tax relief, potentially affecting hundreds of Marylanders' housing affordability and ability to age in place or remain in long-term family homes.

Potential points of contention

  • Eligibility threshold changes: The specific income level adjustments (not detailed in the summary provided) will determine who gains or loses access to benefits—raising thresholds helps more people, but lowering them could exclude currently-benefiting individuals
  • Fiscal impact on state revenue: Expanding eligibility increases foregone property tax revenue for counties and the state, requiring budget adjustments or offsetting measures elsewhere
  • Definition of "service-connected disability": Questions may arise about what disability percentages or service classifications qualify, and whether mental health conditions receive equal consideration to physical disabilities

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

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