Budget & Taxes

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 2, 2026

H 3272: An Act relative to senior property tax deferral

By Representatives Vitolo of Brookline and Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3272) of Tommy Vitolo and David M. Rogers relative to senior property tax deferral. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax deferral relief for seniors, aligning with tax relief for fixed-income groups under fiscal support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 11, 2026

H 177: An Act establishing a local transaction fee on cannabis sales

By Representative Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 177) of Michael J. Soter relative to establishing a local transaction fee on cannabis sales. Cannabis Policy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes new local transaction fee on cannabis sales, generating tax revenue directly impacting state budget and taxation policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 11, 2026

H 184: An Act delivering a fair share of cannabis revenue to communities harmed by the war on drugs

This bill directs 50% of Massachusetts' cannabis tax revenue to a Community Reinvestment Fund. It specifically allocates these funds to communities disproportionately impacted by historical drug enforcement policies, particularly communities of color. The key mechanism is a mandatory revenue share from cannabis taxes, managed through the fund to support local economic development and social services. The bill directly affects eligible communities across Massachusetts that have faced systemic harms from the "war on drugs." This is a revenue allocation measure, not a change to cannabis laws or regulations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates 50% of cannabis tax revenue allocation to Community Reinvestment Fund, directly funding community development in impacted areas through fiscal management of tax proceeds.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill directs cannabis tax revenue to communities harmed by historical drug enforcement (war on drugs), promoting criminal justice reform through targeted reinvestment in affected areas.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Drug Policy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 22, 2026

H 3255: An Act relative to veteran work-off property tax

By Representative Sylvia of Fairhaven, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3255) of Mark D. Sylvia and Dennis C. Gallagher relative to property tax obligation of veteran in exchange for volunteer services. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief for veterans through volunteer service, reducing tax burden for a specific group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allows veterans to offset property tax through volunteer service, directly recognizing service with tax relief as a benefit.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 22, 2026

H 3243: An Act relative to disabled service-connected veterans and the motor vehicle excise tax

By Representative Smola of Warren, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3243) of Todd M. Smola for legislation to exempt certain disabled service-connected veterans from payment of the motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts disabled veterans from motor vehicle excise tax, providing targeted tax relief per SUPPORT indicators.92% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts disabled service-connected veterans from motor vehicle excise tax, providing direct financial benefit and strengthening veterans' tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Veteran Healthcare

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 7, 2026

H 3066: An Act investing in clean transportation

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill regulates taxation of common carriers to generate revenue, aligning with funding public programs (clean transportation) as indicated in title and 'Revenue' in summary.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill title explicitly states 'investing in clean transportation,' aligning with renewable energy infrastructure promotion and reducing fossil fuel dependence.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill title explicitly states 'investing in clean transportation' with revenue focus, aligning with funding sustainable transit projects per indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2007: An Act facilitating brownfields redevelopment

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax credits for brownfields redevelopment, a fiscal incentive that promotes economic activity through tax relief, aligning with budget/tax policy goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes cleanup of contaminated brownfields via tax credits, reducing environmental hazards and enabling safe redevelopment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Hazardous Materials

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 10, 2025

SD 2824: An Act requiring equitable funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state funding for school districts with high transportation costs, increasing public education budget allocation to address inequities.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates equitable funding for school districts with high transportation costs, directly advancing school funding access per education policy indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates funding for school districts' transportation costs, directly supporting public transit infrastructure within education context.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Funding School Transportation

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 14, 2025

SD 3056: Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Gains Tax Revenue Transfers to the Stabilization Fund, the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund, and the Pension Liability Fund

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

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesTransfers capital gains tax revenue to stabilization and pension funds, promoting fiscal responsibility and securing essential state obligations without tax increases or defunding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Pensions Revenue

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 21, 2025

H 4295: An Act relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief by reducing property tax liability to 50% of roll-back taxes for renewable energy land use, directly addressing tax policy.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEnables renewable energy projects on agricultural land via tax incentives, reducing barriers for development and promoting clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncentivizes renewable energy projects on agricultural land through reduced property taxes, directly promoting clean energy deployment and supporting environmental goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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