Elder Law

HB 1313 – Assessed valuation of residential property for elderly and disabled. Limits the increase in assessed valuation of residential property by the percentage of increase in the Social Security benefits for the elderly and disabled who own and live in their principal residence.

HB 1351 – Deferment of property taxes. Allows an individual who is 62 years of age or older to defer paying property taxes on his or her residence under certain conditions by filing a claim with the county assessor.

HCS HB 1515/SB 689- Modifies provisions relating to crimes committed against the elderly and disabled. Changes the elements of the crime of elder abuse in the second degree and the crime of financial exploitation of an elderly or disabled person. Support bar drafted Criminal Code revision.

SJR 36 – Property taxes. Caps the tax on real property and freezes the property taxes on individuals 62 years old or older.