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HB 2621

Providing a property tax exemption for real property owned by a not-for-profit organization and used to provide affordable housing.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Kansas bill exempts nonprofit-owned affordable housing properties from property taxes to reduce costs for low-income tenants but may decrease local government revenue.

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Bill Summary · HB 2621

Legislative bill overview

HB 2621 would exempt real property owned by nonprofit organizations from property taxes if that property is used to provide affordable housing. The bill creates a specific tax classification for these housing-focused nonprofits, reducing their tax burden on residential real estate dedicated to low-income housing provision.

Why is this important

Property taxes represent a significant operational cost for nonprofits, and this exemption could lower housing costs for tenants by reducing the expenses nonprofits must pass through. Kansas communities facing housing affordability challenges could benefit from increased nonprofit involvement in affordable housing development, though local governments may experience reduced tax revenue from affected properties.

Potential points of contention

  • Local revenue impact: Cities and counties lose property tax revenue from these exempted properties, potentially reducing funding for schools, infrastructure, and services—forcing them to increase taxes elsewhere or reduce services
  • Definition and oversight: The bill's effectiveness depends on clear definitions of "affordable housing" and enforcement mechanisms to ensure nonprofits genuinely serve low-income residents rather than using exemptions as general tax benefits
  • Market distortion: Property tax exemptions may give nonprofits competitive advantages over for-profit affordable housing developers, potentially affecting market dynamics and limiting private sector participation in affordable housing

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

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