Braun pitches more property tax relief for older Hoosiers

• Under the new law, totally disabled veterans are eligible to deduct 100% of the property taxes on their primary residence.
• It also creates property tax credits for eligible veterans with partial disabilities and eligible surviving spouses.

What he's saying: "I want to be clear, we're just beginning," Braun said, signaling he'd champion additional property tax cuts in next year's budget-writing session.

• Braun said he's considering relief for Hoosiers over 65 and those who've paid off their homes.
• "Once you paid your mortgage off, why should you then have a fixed cost?" he said during a press conference after Wednesday's signing.

Flashback: Braun and lawmakers began reforming the state's property tax structure last year with a bill that gives most homeowners a credit on their property tax bill, up to $300.

What we're watching: The 2025 bill was projected to cost cities, towns and school districts up to $1.8 billion in its first three years and there have been cuts in services and staffing in response.

• We'll be watching to see how he and lawmakers work to strike a balance of relief for taxpayers with the needs of local governments.