Massachusetts H3967 proposes an additional 1% surcharge on real property taxes to enhance public space accessibility.

Massachusetts H3967 amends the Community Preservation Act to include a 1% surcharge on real property taxes, with the revenue dedicated to enhancing physical accessibility of public spaces. The bill requires cities and towns to allocate at least 10% of their Community Preservation Fund for this purpose. It also mandates the addition of a disability or accessibility expert to the community preservation committee. The surcharge will be subject to voter approval through a ballot question.

Massachusetts H3967 proposes an additional 1% surcharge on real property taxes to enhance public space accessibility.

Massachusetts H3967 amends the Community Preservation Act to include a 1% surcharge on real property taxes, with the revenue dedicated to enhancing physical accessibility of public spaces. The bill requires cities and towns to allocate at least 10% of their Community Preservation Fund for this purpose. It also mandates the addition of a disability or accessibility expert to the community preservation committee. The surcharge will be subject to voter approval through a ballot question.