state revenue tax policy
state revenue tax policy

Targeted Property Tax Relief

The Montana Department of Revenue is completing the most recent reappraisal of property values in the state. Based on the most current estimates provided by the Department, the appraisals are likely to result in a statewide average increase of approximately 56% in residential home values and 51% in commercial property. The Governor and leadership of both parties have expressed a commitment to keeping property tax revenue neutral as a result of the reappraisals and to mitigate the effects of increased property values on taxpayers. Efforts should be taken to ensure that any proposed property tax mitigation is targeted effectively towards those individuals and families least able to pay increased property taxes, namely those who pay an unduly high share of their income in property taxes.

pdf Policy Brief: Targeted Property Tax Relief (1/19/09)

pdf Targeted Property Tax Relief Fact Sheet

Montana Budget & Policy Center

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