ESSB 6162 — Concerning property tax reform.

What this bill does

Consolidates the state property tax levy into a single levy at a rate of $2.07355. Exempts people qualifying for the property tax relief program for senior citizens, disabled individuals, and qualifying veterans (SPTE) from the state property tax. Increases the amount of assessed value that can be exempted under the SPTE. Authorizes a standard deduction of $7,500 per person in lieu of an itemized deduction amount for calculating combined disposable income for the SPTE. Adds up to $6,000 in rental income to the allowable deductions from combined disposable income for the SPTE. Increases qualifying income thresholds for the SPTE.

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Floor votes

• House — Final Passage as Amended by the House · March 6, 2026
  93 yea · 2 nay · 3 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 16, 2026
  41 yea · 8 nay
• Senate — Final Passage as Amended by the House · March 10, 2026
  41 yea · 8 nay

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