The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6733, seeks to amend subdivision (83) of section 12-81 of the general statutes to enhance the property tax exemption for certain disabled veterans. The bill aims to include the land on which a dwelling sits, in addition to the dwelling itself, in the veterans' property tax exemption. Furthermore, it intends to clarify the eligibility criteria regarding the veteran's service-connected disability rating by addressing whether it needs to be permanent and total, or one hundred per cent to qualify for the exemption.
The purpose of this legislation is twofold: first, to expand the scope of the property tax exemption to encompass the land associated with a veteran's dwelling, thereby providing greater financial relief; and second, to provide clarity on the disability rating requirements, ensuring that veterans understand the criteria necessary to receive the exemption. This bill reflects a commitment to supporting disabled veterans by making necessary adjustments to existing tax laws.