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March 29, 2024
Dear Neighbor,
With April just around the corner, tax filing season is in full swing – and thousands of Mainers will soon be getting an extra payday through tax returns or unclaimed property filings.
In the Legislature, delivering meaningful tax relief for Maine families has been one of my top priorities. Recently, we have worked to provide hundreds of millions of dollars in tax relief to Mainers who need it. The measures we’ve passed will collectively provide $285 million back to Maine people in this year alone, and that number is projected to grow to an estimated $750 million in the next two years.
In 2023, we created a $300 state child tax credit, increased the annual income tax pension deduction from $30,000 to $35,000 and increased the Property Tax Fairness Credit for those 65 or older from $1,500 to $2,000, among other initiatives. We’re also maintaining Municipal Revenue Sharing at 5% and meeting our commitment to fund 55% of public education costs, lowering the property tax burden on taxpayers.
While we’ve made important progress, I know there’s still more work to do to create an economy that works for all. I will always advocate for policies that invest in Maine people and put money directly back into the pockets of working families and older folks on fixed incomes.
As always, please feel free to reach out to me if you have any ideas, questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
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