SB1978Introduced in the Senate
PROP TX-CIRCUIT BREAKER
Introduced by Patrick Joyce, District 40
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Creates the Circuit Breaker Property Tax Relief Act. Provides that an individual who: (i) is domiciled in this State; (ii) is eligible for and receives either the general homestead exemption the general alternative homestead exemption; (iii) has experienced property tax bill spikes; and (iv) has an income that meets a specified income eligibility limitation is eligible for a grant of a portion of their bill spike. Provides that the maximum amount of grant to which a claimant is entitled is the one-half of the claimant's tax bill spike. Creates the Circuit Breaker Property Tax Relief Fund for the purpose of making grants to claimants. Amends the State Finance Act to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
Where it stands
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Lakesia Collins
December 3, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Patrick J. Joyce
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mattie Hunter
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Ram Villivalam
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Willie Preston
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Lakesia Collins
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