HB 3249
Allows a partial exemption of ad valorem property taxes due on the owner-occupied principal dwelling of an individual who is at least 65 years of age and the individual's surviving spouse regardless of age.
| Status | In House Committee (HREV) |
| Sponsors | Boomer Wright (Republican) (Chief), Bobby Levy (Republican) |
| Fiscal impact | May have fiscal impact, but no statement yet issued |
| Revenue impact | May have revenue impact, but no statement yet issued |
Bill Text
Seniors age 65 and older and their surviving spouses receive a partial exemption from property taxes on their owner-occupied principal dwelling.
Overview#
Digest: The Act would grant a partial tax exemption for the home of a senior or the senior’s surviving spouse. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.8). Allows a partial exemption of ad valorem property taxes due on the owner-occupied principal dwelling of an individual who is at least 65 years of age and the individual’s surviving spouse regardless of age. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Public Testimony
| Name | Organization | Position | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sumrak | Medford | Support | 2025-02-14 |
| Thena Larteri Lyons | Brookings | Support | 2025-02-17 |
| D Torres | Oregonian | Support | 2025-02-17 |
| Elaine Lavington | Roseburg | Support | 2025-02-18 |
| Kelly Wine | Glendale | Support | 2025-02-19 |
| Jody Wiser | Tax Fairness Oregon | Oppose | 2025-02-20 |
| Angela Stuhr | Jackson County Assessor | Oppose | 2025-02-20 |
| Jennifer Harris-sheets | Glendale | Support | 2025-02-20 |
| Jane Griffith | Azalea | Support | 2025-02-20 |
| Dianna Grissom | Glendale | Support | 2025-02-20 |
| Robert Price | Glendale | Support | 2025-02-21 |
| Andrea Meyer | AARP Oregon | Oppose | 2025-02-21 |
| Jenna Jones | League of Oregon Cities | Oppose | 2025-02-21 |
| Marcia Kelley | Oregon Womens Rights Coalition | Oppose | 2025-02-21 |
| Justin Low | Association of Oregon Counties | Oppose | 2025-02-22 |
Legislative History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-21 | H | First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk. |
| 2025-01-24 | H | Referred to Revenue. |
| 2025-02-20 | H | Public Hearing held. |
| 2025-06-27 | H | In committee upon adjournment. |