Budget & Taxes

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2079: An Act establishing a commuter tax credit

S 2079, introduced by Senator Bruce Tarr, would establish a commuter tax credit to reduce state income tax for eligible residents. The credit would directly lower the tax amount owed for qualifying commuting expenses, such as public transportation fares or vehicle-related costs for work commutes. This revenue-related bill aims to provide tax relief to commuters who meet specific eligibility criteria. The bill does not specify the credit amount or detailed eligibility rules in its abstract.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit reducing state income tax for commuters, aligning with tax relief for middle-income residents and fiscal responsibility.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax credit for public transit fares, directly incentivizing sustainable commuting and aligning with transportation infrastructure goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 18, 2026

H 3084: An Act relative to increasing economic development and business opportunity in the design and manufacture of video games through the use of tax credits

By Representative Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3084) of Daniel M. Donahue relative to increasing economic development and business opportunity in the design and manufacture of video games through the use of tax credits. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credits for video game industry, using fiscal policy to stimulate economic development through targeted tax relief.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax credits to video game design/manufacturing, directly funding a technology sector through economic development incentives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 29, 2026

S 1950: An Act to promote employee ownership

This bill (S 1950) provides tax incentives to encourage companies to adopt employee ownership structures, such as employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). It directly affects businesses transitioning to employee ownership models by offering financial benefits through tax provisions. The key mechanism is a revenue-related tax credit or deduction for qualifying companies, aiming to make employee ownership more financially accessible. The bill focuses on creating concrete tax policy changes to support this ownership model.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits for employee ownership structures, directly creating tax policy changes to incentivize business models, aligning with tax relief indicators.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides tax incentives for employee ownership (ESOPs), directly advancing worker benefits and stake in companies, aligning with labor rights strengthening.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2004: An Act relative to taxation of digital advertising services

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2004) of Dylan A. Fernandes relative to taxation of digital advertising services. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes tax on digital advertising services, generating new state revenue. Explicitly addresses taxation and revenue, directly advancing budget funding through new tax source.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3232: An Act relative to supporting local journalism

By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3232) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa relative to providing tax credits for subscriptions to one or more local newspapers. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits for newspaper subscriptions, a direct tax relief mechanism under Budget & Taxes policy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2017: An Act establishing a tax on local revenues from digital advertising

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2017) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to establish a tax on local revenues from digital advertising. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes new tax on digital advertising revenues, directly advancing taxation policy to generate state revenue for budget purposes.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 4239: An Act providing for a municipal tax amnesty

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to a municipal tax amnesty program. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMunicipal tax amnesty program increases revenue collection by encouraging payment of overdue taxes, strengthening municipal budgets and promoting fiscal responsibility.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 1973: An Act relative to affordable housing and environmental adaptation dollars

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1973) of James B. Eldridge, James K. Hawkins and Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to the imposition of an excise tax to provide for climate change adaptation infrastructure and affordable housing investments in the Commonwealth. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes excise tax to fund affordable housing and climate adaptation infrastructure, directly allocating new revenue for public programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill imposes excise tax specifically for climate change adaptation infrastructure funding, directly advancing environmental protection through dedicated revenue allocation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill imposes excise tax to fund affordable housing investments, directly advancing housing affordability goals per summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 10, 2025

H 3157: An Act repealing the sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth

By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3157) of Patrick Joseph Kearney relative to repealing the sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals sales tax on locally built boats, providing tax relief. Directly reduces tax burden under Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 10, 2025

H 3124: An Act in aid of libraries

By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3124) of Natalie M. Higgins and others relative to a sales tax exemption for the sale of used books and other items sold by libraries for fundraising purposes. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants sales tax exemption for library fundraising, providing tax relief to support public services and increase library revenue without increasing state tax burden.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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