Summary
Kansas lawmakers are working on plans to help homeowners who are struggling with rising property taxes. They aim to limit how much property taxes can go up each year. These proposals are still under discussion, and no major changes have been made yet.
Key Facts
- Kansas lawmakers are proposing property tax relief to help homeowners with rising costs.
- One proposal, SCR 1616, aims to limit property tax increases to 3% per year for most properties.
- SCR 1616 was approved by the state Senate and needs more approvals before it goes to public vote.
- The average home price in Kansas rose from $200,772 in 2019 to $260,000 in 2023.
- Kansas had a property tax rate of 1.91% in 2023, which is the 12th highest in the U.S.
- Another proposal, HB 2745, would allow citizens to petition against property tax increases above 3%.
- Some Kansas residents report having to cut expenses to pay higher property taxes.
- The legislative session in 2025 did not pass any substantial property tax reforms.
