H8006Introduced in the House
Provides cities and towns with the authority to tax properties considered qualifying affordable housing at a rate higher than otherwise permitted.
Introduced by Scott Slater, District 10
What does this bill do?
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Official description
TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES - Provides cities and towns with the authority to tax properties considered qualifying affordable housing at a rate higher than otherwise permitted.
Where it stands
Referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government
May 22, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Passage · May 5, 2026
59
Yes
12
No
4
Absent or Not Voting
75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | 1 | Yes |
| Christopher Blazejewski | 2 | Yes |
| Nathan Biah | 3 | Not Voting |
| Rebecca Kislak | 4 | Yes |
| Anthony DeSimone | 5 | Yes |
| Raymond Hull | 6 | Yes |
| David Morales | 7 | No |
| John Lombardi | 8 | No |
| Enrique Sanchez | 9 | No |
| Scott Slater | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/05/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (04/15/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Scheduled for reconsideration (04/29/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on House Calendar (05/05/2026)
House passed Sub A
Referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government
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