Connecticut House Bill HB05512

Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/11/20
• Refer: 3/11/20

Caption

An Act Concerning A Task Force To Examine The Establishment Of A State-wide Tax Assessment Appeals Board.

Impact

The establishment of a state-wide tax assessment appeals board would standardize the process by which tax assessment appeals are handled across municipalities, potentially leading to fairer evaluations and resolutions of property assessments. By consolidating authority, it could reduce discrepancies and complexities in handling appeals at the local level, enabling a more uniform approach to tax assessments. This initiative may lead to improved efficiency and fairness in property taxation across the state, as it aims to streamline existing appeal processes.

Summary

House Bill 05512 aims to create a task force charged with examining the establishment of a state-wide tax assessment appeals board. This proposal responds to the necessity of reviewing the current procedures governing tax assessment appeals that originate from municipal officials and boards. The task force would analyze the processes that existed previously for property value appeals under the state appeals board, which was eliminated by Public Act 95-283. The intent is to assess the implications of reintroducing such a board and the potential impact on state resources.

Contention

Some notable points of contention may arise around the establishment of a task force and the feasibility of a state-wide appeals board. Critics may raise concerns about the effectiveness of such a centralized approach, arguing that local governments are more knowledgeable and better equipped to handle property valuations and appeals based on community-specific contexts. Legislators will need to weigh the benefits of a consistent state-wide system against potential drawbacks, such as the loss of local autonomy and tailored solutions for unique property assessment issues.