H3742

Homestead exemption

Introduced·1/15/25
Introduced Text

Increases the homestead exemption for elderly, disabled, and legally blind residents in South Carolina.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to increase the homestead exemption for persons over 65, those classified as totally and permanently disabled, and legally blind individuals. The exemption amount rises from $50,000 to $75,000 of the fair market value of their homestead. The change applies to property tax years starting after 2024.

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Ways and Means Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 15, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 15, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Ways and Means