Budget & Taxes

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 247: An Act to promote housing cooperatives

This bill establishes a Massachusetts Center for Housing Cooperatives within CEDAC to support cooperative housing ownership, primarily for low-to-moderate income residents. The center will provide education, outreach, research, and grants to expand resident-owned housing, preserve existing cooperative properties, and promote cooperative models to policymakers. It allocates $100 million in fiscal year 2026 for acquiring, rehabilitating, and supporting housing cooperatives through state agencies like the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency. The center must annually report on housing cooperative activities and submit recommendations for improving cooperative housing access.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $100M for housing cooperatives, a public program supporting low-to-moderate income residents, directly funding a state initiative.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates $100M for housing cooperatives targeting low-to-moderate income residents, promoting affordable ownership through grants, rehab, and policy advocacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Housing Finance

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1225: An Act relative to property tax exemptions for the increased value of a home as a result of certain alterations and improvements to the home

HD 1225 creates a property tax exemption for homeowners who make specific alterations to provide housing for elderly (60+ years) or disabled individuals. The exemption covers up to $500 in annual property taxes on the increased home value from these improvements, but only if the home has no more than three units before the changes and is owner-occupied. Homeowners must annually certify the housing is provided to an eligible person and provide proof to the local tax office. This exemption ends if the housing is no longer occupied by an elderly or disabled person and applies only to improvements made after a city or town adopts the provision.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates targeted property tax exemption ($500 annual cap) for homeowners making accessibility modifications, reducing tax burden for eligible households.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax exemption incentivizes housing modifications for elderly/disabled, increasing accessible housing options through financial relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Homeownership Property Taxes

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Jan 29, 2025

HD 4319: An Act to exclude uncertified offshore wind companies from receiving Massachusetts Offshore Wind Industry Investment Trust Fund expenditures

HD 4319 amends Massachusetts law to require that only offshore wind companies certified under Section 8A of Chapter 23J can receive significant funding from the Massachusetts Offshore Wind Industry Investment Trust Fund. The bill removes a previous exception allowing uncertified companies to receive up to $5 million in awards, now restricting all substantial fund disbursements to certified entities. This directly affects offshore wind companies seeking financial support from this specific state trust fund. The key mechanism is a revised eligibility clause in the law, ensuring only certified companies qualify for larger grants. The bill does not change the certification process itself but alters who can access the funds.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts fund disbursement to certified offshore wind companies, limiting government spending recipients per trust fund rules.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires certification for offshore wind companies to access state wind fund, directing resources to qualified renewable energy projects and advancing offshore wind development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires certification for offshore wind funding, directing state resources to qualified clean energy projects that advance environmental protection and renewable energy goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wind

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 1931: An Act increasing the valuation limit for the senior circuit breaker

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1931) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to increase the valuation limit for the senior circuit breaker. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax relief for seniors by raising valuation limit for circuit breaker, reducing property tax burden on fixed-income seniors.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 16, 2025

S 842: An Act to address medical debt through hospital financial assistance reform

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 842) of Joanne M. Comerford and Steven Owens for legislation to offer financial assistance for medical debt to those below the federal poverty level. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs state funds for medical debt assistance to low-income residents, increasing public service spending under government budget allocation.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides financial assistance for medical debt to those below federal poverty level, directly improving healthcare access and reducing financial barriers for low-income patients.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 28, 2025

H 3109: An Act relative to creating the massachusetts against discrimination fund

This bill creates the Massachusetts Against Discrimination Fund to support the Commission Against Discrimination in investigating and resolving unlawful discrimination claims. The fund will be financed primarily through voluntary check-off contributions on state income tax returns (via Chapter 62, Section 6O) and additional gifts or grants from public/private sources. It will cover costs for investigations, prosecutions, training programs to prevent discrimination, and related administrative expenses. Unused funds will carry forward annually without reverting to the general state budget, ensuring continuous support for anti-discrimination efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates voluntary tax check-off for anti-discrimination fund, directly establishing new revenue stream to fund public service program.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination to combat workplace discrimination, advancing workers' rights protection.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 14, 2025

H 2334: An Act providing state grants for municipal sustainability directors

This bill creates a dedicated state fund called the Municipal Sustainability Director Fund to support cities and towns in hiring environmental sustainability directors. It directs the state legislature to allocate specific funding to this account, which must be used exclusively for this purpose. Funds in the account will not expire or revert to the general state budget at year-end, ensuring consistent support. The bill directly affects municipalities seeking to establish or maintain local sustainability leadership roles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides state grants for municipal sustainability directors, constituting direct budgetary funding allocation for a program.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 1389: An Act relative to state funding of certain nonprofits

HD 274 prohibits the state from providing any funds to Planned Parenthood Federation of America or its affiliates, overriding all other existing laws. This bill directly affects Planned Parenthood and its affiliated organizations by blocking state financial support. The key provision is a clear, categorical ban on state funding for these entities. The policy change is a direct restriction on state budget allocations, with no exceptions specified.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds Planned Parenthood by prohibiting state funding, restricting government spending on nonprofits under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareProhibits state funding for Planned Parenthood, a major healthcare provider, restricting access to reproductive health services and defunding a key public health initiative.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3070: An Act for a COVID-19 vaccination tax credit

This bill would create a tax credit of at least $100 for Massachusetts residents who provide medical documentation proving they received approved COVID-19 vaccines. The credit would be claimed when filing Massachusetts individual income tax returns, requiring proof of vaccination for each required dose. The legislation aims to encourage vaccination by offering direct financial support to residents. It is intended to advance public health goals and support economic recovery through higher vaccination rates.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax credit for COVID-19 vaccinations, providing direct tax relief to individuals, aligning with tax relief indicators for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3197: An Act relative to the sustainability of the family child care sector

HD 2355 creates a $3,300 annual tax credit (adjusted for inflation) for family child care providers who meet the definition in Chapter 15D. The credit can be carried forward for up to three years if it exceeds the provider's current tax liability. This directly supports family child care providers by offering financial relief to help sustain their businesses. The provision amends Chapter 62 of the General Laws to add this credit and carryover mechanism. It does not change existing definitions or require new administrative processes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill proposes tax credits for family child care providers under Revenue, providing direct tax relief to support this sector.95% confidence

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