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Assessor warns new senior exemption will shift taxes, cites rising appeals

Mason County Commissioners / Elected Officials meeting · April 15, 2026
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Summary

Mason County’s assessor told the commission that Senate Bill 6162, which raises the senior/disabled exemption income threshold to $70,000 for tax year 2027, will shift tax burdens and likely prompt public pushback; the assessor also reported a rise to 175 BOE appeals this year.

Mason County’s Assessor reported that recent state legislation expanding property‑tax exemptions for seniors and disabled residents will cause a shift in the county’s tax burden and may prompt complaints from taxpayers.

The assessor summarized Senate Bill 6162, which the office said takes effect for taxes collected in 2027 and…

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