An act relating to authorizing boards of abatement to hear like cases as a class

This bill authorizes Vermont boards of abatement to process groups of similar tax relief requests together as a class, rather than handling each case individually. It applies to taxpayers seeking property tax abatement who have claims arising from the same cause or event, such as a single disaster or policy change affecting multiple properties. The bill requires boards to group requests by property classification, notify affected taxpayers of their class status, and allow individuals to opt out and pursue separate hearings if needed. Taxpayers who wish to reject class treatment must notify the board at least 14 days before the hearing. The changes take effect immediately upon passage.