Budget & Taxes

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3121: An Act ending large investor control of homes in Massachusetts

By Representative Hawkins of Attleboro, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3121) of James K. Hawkins and others for legislation to establish an excise tax for certain applicable taxpayers in excess of the maximum permissible for single-family residences. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes an excise tax on large investors to generate revenue, directly addressing taxation and budget management through new tax revenue streams.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill targets large investors via excise tax to curb control of single-family homes, aligning with tenant protection and affordable housing goals by limiting investor-driven displacement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3180: An Act relative to a first-time homebuyer tax credit

By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3180) of Christopher M. Markey relative to a first-time homebuyer tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for first-time homebuyers, reducing tax burden (tax relief for middle-income households). Directly advances tax policy within Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax credit for first-time homebuyers directly increases housing affordability and accessibility, aligning with support indicators for affordable housing funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3201: An Act relative to tax credits for residents in manufactured housing communities

By Representative Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3201) of David K. Muradian, Jr., for legislation to provide for an oil tank removal tax credit for residents in manufactured housing communities. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit for manufactured housing residents, providing tax relief to lower-income households per Budget & Taxes support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 20, 2026

H 3099: An Act authorizing the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption

By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3099) of William C. Galvin relative to the establishment of a municipal option means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides targeted property tax relief for low-income seniors, aligning with tax relief for lower income groups under Budget & Taxes policies.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides property tax relief for seniors, reducing housing costs and promoting stability for vulnerable homeowners within housing affordability framework.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 29, 2026

S 1975: An Act to reduce poverty by expanding the EITC and the child and family tax credit

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1975) of James B. Eldridge and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to improve the earned income credit for healthier families. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands EITC and child tax credit, providing tax relief for lower-income families, directly advancing fiscal policy to reduce poverty through targeted tax benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 3228: An Act relative to tuition tax credit

By Representative Rogers of Norwood, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3228) of John H. Rogers relative to a tax credit for tuition and fees for higher education. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tuition tax credit, offering tax relief for education expenses, aligning with support indicators for middle-income families.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationTax credit for higher education tuition directly increases affordability and access to postsecondary education, aligning with support indicators for educational access and funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 3027: An Act relating to guardians of surviving children of emergency first responders

By Representative Biele of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3027) of David Biele for legislation to authorize the abatement of certain real estate taxes for surviving spouses or guardians of children of emergency first responders or corrections officers killed in the line of duty. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes real estate tax abatement for surviving spouses/guardians of first responders' families, providing targeted tax relief under 'Revenue' section.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 21, 2026

H 3200: An Act providing tax credits to promote the adoption of a dog or cat from a shelter

By Representative Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3200) of David K. Muradian, Jr., for legislation to promote adoption of certain of dogs or cats from animal shelters by establishing tax credits for certain costs associated with said adoptions and by the creation of a motor vehicle registration plate. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes tax credits for pet adoption costs, providing direct tax relief under fiscal policy, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2058: An Act establishing a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2058) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to establish a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit for hearing aids, providing direct tax relief to eligible individuals under revenue policy.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareTax credit lowers out-of-pocket costs for hearing aids, improving access to essential medical devices under healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 18, 2026

H 3025: An Act relative to long-term care insurance tax credit

By Representative Badger of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3025) of Michelle L. Badger relative to long term care insurance tax credits. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax credit for long-term care insurance, reducing tax burden - direct tax relief under Revenue subject.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareTax credit for long-term care insurance expands access to coverage, directly supporting healthcare access under public health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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