Connecticut House Bill HB05475

Connecticut 2016 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/26/16
• Refer: 2/26/16

Caption

An Act Concerning A Study By The Law Revision Commission Of Processes Involving The Foreclosure Of Tax Liens By Municipalities.

Impact

The implications of this bill are significant for both municipalities and landowners. By examining the constraints that municipalities face when attempting to foreclose on tax liens, the bill seeks to ensure that local governments can recover owed tax revenues efficiently and fairly. Additionally, the exploration of due process issues aims to protect the interests of both municipalities and affected parties during the foreclosure process. The recommendations that arise from the study could potentially lead to legislative revisions that clarify and streamline tax lien foreclosure procedures.

Summary

House Bill 05475 is aimed at enhancing the understanding and effectiveness of the processes involved in the foreclosure of tax liens by municipalities in Connecticut. The bill mandates the Connecticut Law Revision Commission to conduct a comprehensive study on current state processes regarding these foreclosures. The study will also focus on exploring the feasibility of establishing an expedited process for tax foreclosures on small parcels of land that have delinquent taxes dating back ten years or more.

Contention

While the bill itself is primarily focused on a study without immediate legislative changes, the focus on tax lien foreclosure can be contentious. Stakeholders, including municipal authorities and property owners, may have differing views on the expedited processes for foreclosure, particularly concerning the rights of property owners. Local governments may advocate for more efficient processes to recover unpaid taxes, whereas property owners may express concern about the implications of expedited actions on their rights and due process. The final recommendations could lead to debates in the General Assembly regarding the balance between efficient revenue collection and the protection of property owner rights.