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HB 2404

Real property tax; certain driveways owned by disabled veterans and surviving spouses exempted.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jed Arnold and 36 co-sponsors

Exempts residential driveways of disabled veterans and surviving spouses from Virginia property tax, reducing their annual tax obligations on that portion of their property.

Passed by indefinitely in Finance and Appropriations (10-Y 4-N)
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Bill Summary · HB 2404

Legislative bill overview

HB 2404 would exempt certain residential driveways owned by disabled veterans and their surviving spouses from Virginia's real property tax. The bill provides a targeted tax relief measure for this specific population, reducing their annual property tax obligations on the driveway portion of their real estate.

Why is this important

This affects the actual tax bills that disabled veterans and surviving spouses pay annually on their homes. While driveway-specific exemptions are narrow in scope, they represent a policy choice about how states allocate tax benefits—particularly whether to prioritize relief for those with service-related disabilities who may face financial constraints.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact uncertainty: The bill's fiscal implications depend on how many properties qualify and the assessed value of affected driveways, which may strain local government budgets that rely on property tax revenue
  • Scope and fairness questions: Critics might ask why driveways specifically warrant exemption versus other property improvements, or whether broader financial assistance programs would better serve disabled veterans
  • Definition and administration: The bill's success hinges on clear definitions of qualifying disabled veterans and surviving spouses, and whether local assessors can efficiently identify and process exemptions

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

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