An act relating to Vermont income and education property taxes
This bill exempts Social Security benefits from Vermont's state income tax for most recipients, based on income levels. It fully excludes benefits for single filers earning under $55,000 or married couples filing jointly earning under $70,000 annually, with partial exemptions for higher earners up to $65,000 (single) or $80,000 (married). Additionally, it caps annual property tax increases at 1% for all homeowners. The policy directly affects Vermont residents receiving Social Security benefits and homeowners, aiming to reduce tax burdens for low- to moderate-income seniors and households.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2026
Last action Feb 4, 2026
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Feb 4, 2026
Introduced
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means
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13 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
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Alicia Malay
RRepublican
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Dave Bosch
RRepublican
P
Debbie Powers
RRepublican
P
Kenneth Goslant
RRepublican
P
Kevin Winter
RRepublican
P
Larry Labor
RRepublican
P
Mike Morgan
RRepublican
P
Mike Tagliavia
RRepublican
P
Rob North
RRepublican
P
Sandy Pinsonault
RRepublican
P
Todd Nielsen
RRepublican
P
V.L. Coffin
RRepublican
P
Zak Harvey
RRepublican
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