Governor Ned Lamont signs law establishing property tax exemption for veterans

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) on Thursday announced that he has signed legislation creating a state law that exempts veterans who have a permanent and total disability rating resulting from their active-duty services from certain taxes.

In the legislation, the exemption focuses on the property taxes for a primary residence owned by an eligible service member in the state of Connecticut. If they do not have a home, the exemption will apply to one motor vehicle owned by a qualifying individual.

“Our service members put their lives on the line to protect our nation, and this property tax exemption will provide some relief to those who have made sacrifices for our country,” Governor Lamont said. “Connecticut is the home of many veterans who have provided for our nation, and we want to ensure that they are properly cared for in their lives after leaving service. I want to thank the entire legislature for sending this bill to my desk so that I could sign it into law, and in particular I applaud Representative Anthony Nolan for his continued advocacy in support of this bill.”

The bill was approve unanimously.

“Our veterans who served our country and made sacrifices deserve our continued support, and this law will provide them with welcome, valuable financial relief,” State Senator Martha Marx (D-New London), co-chair of the Committee on Veterans and Military Affairs, said. “It’s wonderful to know that our state’s disabled veterans will have this new benefit that will provide long-term aid.”

Those interested in filing for the exemption are asked to contact their town assessor. It takes effect starting on October 1.

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