Maryland makes property tax breaks easier for disabled veterans

Property Tax - Credit for Dwelling House of Disabled Veterans and Surviving Spouses - Alterations

Engrossed· 2026-03-23

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This bill would make it easier for disabled veterans and their spouses to get a break on their property taxes by removing some old rules.

Our take

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This bill would help more disabled veterans and their spouses get a break on their property taxes by getting rid of old income limits and disability rules. However, it would also let local governments add new rules, which could make it harder for some people to get the credit in the future. People should watch to see if their local government tries to add new rules that could take away this help.

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The facts

What the bill actually says, no spin.

It would get rid of income limits for a property tax credit for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses.
It would get rid of certain disability rating rules for this property tax credit.
Local governments, like Baltimore City or counties, could add their own new rules for who gets the tax credit.
These changes would start for tax years beginning on June 30, 2026.