By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3066) of Mark J. Cusack for legislation to further regulate the taxation of certain common carriers. Revenue.
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2007) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to promote the redevelopment of contaminated sites through tax credits. Revenue.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to require equitable funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs. Education.
Report of the Office of the Comptroller (pursuant to Section 5G of Chapter 29 of the General Laws) submitting its Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Gains Tax Revenue Transfers to the Stabilization Fund, the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund, and the Pension Liability Fund
This bill allows agricultural or horticultural landowners to separate up to 10% of their contiguous land (or 15 acres, whichever is smaller) for renewable energy projects without full property tax liability. Instead, landowners pay 50% of the "roll-back taxes" that would apply if the land reverted to agricultural use, provided the land was non-productive at the time of separation. If the renewable energy use ends permanently and the land isn’t returned to farming, full tax liability resumes. The bill directly affects landowners converting agricultural land to solar or wind projects, with clear limits on the land size and tax obligations.
By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1451) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to provide for reserve funds for school districts. Municipalities and Regional Government.
By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3051) of Michelle L. Ciccolo relative to taxes due upon the death of active duty personnel and the elderly. Revenue.
By Representative Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3060) of Mike Connolly for legislation to establish a homelessness prevention and reduction fund to be funded by taxes on gross receipts of business entities. Revenue.
By Representative Livingstone of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3166) of Jay D. Livingstone for legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose a local affordable housing surcharge on certain real property. Revenue.
By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3181) of Christopher M. Markey relative to a first-time homebuyer tax deduction. Revenue.
