An Act To Reduce the Property Tax Burden and Improve the Circuitbreaker Program

CONCEPT DRAFT SUMMARY

This bill is a concept draft pursuant to Joint Rule 208.

This bill proposes to improve the Circuitbreaker Program by simplifying the determination of eligibility, transitioning the application period to the income tax filing period, permitting application to be made through the Department of Health and Human Services' integrated eligibility system and ensuring an adequate source of funding.