An Act relative to amending the Community Preservation Act to include an extra percentage surcharge for accessibility
This bill amends the Community Preservation Act to require an additional surcharge on real property taxes in communities using the fund. The surcharge revenue must be specifically directed toward accessibility improvements for public facilities and housing. It directly affects property owners in participating communities and local governments managing Community Preservation funds. The change modifies how existing surcharge funds are allocated, prioritizing accessibility projects without altering the overall tax rate.
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Chris Flanagan
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