Budget & Taxes

passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 3161: An Act relative to the classification and taxation of urban public access land

By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3161) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf relative to the classification and taxation of urban public access land. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly addresses land classification and taxation under Revenue, directly impacting fiscal management and government revenue collection.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 3077: An Act to further the protection of agricultural land

By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3077) of David F. DeCoste relative to the imposition of the sales tax for the keeping of horses as a commercial enterprise. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes sales tax on commercial horse keeping to generate revenue, directly supporting fiscal management for agricultural land protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 23, 2025

H 513: An Act requiring equitable funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs

By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 513) of Michelle L. Badger relative to funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs. Education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state funding allocation for school districts with high transportation costs, increasing public education budget expenditure.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates equitable funding for school districts with high transportation costs, directly addressing school funding needs to ensure educational access and resource fairness.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds transportation costs for school districts, directly supporting transportation funding as per indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Funding School Transportation

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passed both · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 1933: An Act to prevent property tax bill shocks

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1933) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to prevent property tax bill shocks. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPrevents sudden property tax increases, protecting homeowners from financial shocks, aligning with fiscal responsibility in tax policy.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prevents property tax shocks, supporting property rights (a housing policy aspect) by protecting owners from financial instability due to unpredictable tax burdens.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 11, 2025

H 4373: An Act encouraging the donation of food to persons in need

H 4373 creates a tax credit for Massachusetts food businesses (like restaurants, farms, and grocery stores) that donate food to qualified nonprofits serving the needy. Donors can claim a credit equal to the fair market value of donated food (up to $25,000 annually), provided the nonprofit distributes it free or at cost with proper certification. The bill also provides legal liability protection for donors and distributors of donated food (including expired items), shielding them from civil damages unless the food was misbranded, handled negligently, or violated health regulations. It excludes alcohol, marijuana, and dietary supplements from coverage. This law directly affects food businesses, nonprofits, and food distribution programs across Massachusetts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for food businesses (reducing tax liability) to encourage donations, directly impacting taxation policy to support nonprofit food distribution.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3128: An Act relative to improving the efficiency of the state low income housing tax credit

By Representative Honan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3128) of Kevin G. Honan relative to the low income housing tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill improves efficiency of low-income housing tax credit, a fiscal tool supporting affordable housing development through tax incentives.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill improves efficiency of low income housing tax credit, a core funding mechanism for affordable housing development and preservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 1971: An Act creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing

By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1971) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to create a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates graduated deed tax to generate revenue specifically for affordable housing, directly funding a public service program through fiscal means.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates graduated deed excise tax revenue specifically for affordable housing funding, directly advancing housing affordability goals.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Taxes

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 29, 2026

S 1970: An Act providing renter relief tax credit

By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1970) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to provide an increase in the renter relief tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases renter relief tax credit, providing direct tax relief for lower-income renters, aligning with fiscal support for middle/lower income through tax policy.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly increases renter relief tax credit, directly advancing affordable housing and providing tenant financial relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 2, 2025

SD 2614: An Act establishing offices of legislative research and fiscal analysis

By Ms. Lovely (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Elizabeth Bradt, Julie Breskin, Jeff Gross, Ian McLeod and others for legislation to establish offices of legislative research and fiscal analysis. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates offices for fiscal analysis, promoting informed budget decisions and fiscal responsibility per topic description.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 2, 2026

H 3198: An Act relative to senior tax credits

By Representative John Francis Moran of Boston and Senator Collins, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3198) of John Francis Moran and Nick Collins relative to senior tax credits. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits for seniors, reducing their tax burden - clear tax relief support per indicators.95% confidence

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