Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1961: An Act establishing a local option for freezing property tax appraisals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1961 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing a local option for freezing property tax appraisals. Primary sponsor: Kelly Dooner (Republican). Most recent recorded action (November 26, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2757.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Dooner, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1961) of Kelly A. Dooner for legislation to establish a local option for freezing property tax appraisals. Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Dooner | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Third Bristol and Plymouth |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see S2757
- Hearing scheduled for 11/07/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
- Hearing canceled – new hearing TBD
- Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Revenue