Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5187: An Act relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 5187 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on September 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (October 16, 2025): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Revenue.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Lawn of Watertown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven Owens (with the approval of the city council) relative to property tax classifications in the city of Watertown for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Owens | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 29th Middlesex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Revenue
- Referred to the committee on House Rules