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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3119: An Act relative to taxation of equipment used to provide broadband communication services

By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3119) of Richard M. Haggerty relative to taxation of equipment used to provide broadband communication services. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes tax on broadband equipment to generate state revenue, directly advancing fiscal management through new tax policy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 6, 2026

S 1924: An Act increasing the excise tax rate for jet fuel

By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1924) of Michael J. Barrett, Patricia D. Jehlen and James B. Eldridge for legislation to increase the excise tax rate for jet fuel. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases jet fuel excise tax for revenue generation, directly advancing state budget funding through tax policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 3097: An Act relative to the bundled cell phone taxation

By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3097) of Paul K. Frost and others relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices purchased with a service contract. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directly addresses sales tax application on telecom devices (Revenue subject), indicating tax policy implementation for fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 18, 2026

H 3133: An Act relative to a sewage line tax credit

By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3133) of Steven S. Howitt relative to a sewage line tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesTax credit provides direct tax relief for sewage line installation, aligning with support indicators for tax relief measures under Budget & Taxes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2029: An Act relative to the fair taxation of alcoholic beverages

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2029) of Jason M. Lewis and Brendan P. Crighton for legislation relative to the fair taxation of alcoholic beverages. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill addresses tax structure for alcoholic beverages, aiming for 'fair taxation' which supports fiscal management and revenue collection under Budget & Taxes.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2035: An Act to eliminate the tax deduction for direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2035) of Jason M. Lewis and Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to eliminate the tax deduction for direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEliminates tax deduction for pharma marketing, closing a tax loophole to increase revenue, aligning with fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3091: An Act establishing a tax credit for artist work space

By Representative Ferrante of Gloucester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3091) of Ann-Margaret Ferrante and Mindy Domb for legislation to establish an artist workspace tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes tax credit for artist workspaces, providing tax relief and incentivizing arts sector investment, aligning with fiscal support indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3055: An Act to provide a tax credit for electric landscaping equipment for small yard care businesses

By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3055) of Michelle L. Ciccolo for legislation to provide a tax credit for electric landscaping equipment for small yard care businesses. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for small businesses, aligning with tax relief for middle/lower income entities under Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 3089: An Act relative to taxation of digital advertising services

By Representatives Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield and Moakley of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3089) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier and Thomas W. Moakley relative to taxation of digital advertising services. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes tax on digital advertising services to generate state revenue, directly contributing to budget funds through new tax collection.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 21, 2026

H 3249: An Act relative to creating manufacturing and economic development in the Commonwealth

By Representative Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3249) of Michael J. Soter and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to establish a high school trade partnership program and to provide tax credits for money expended for said program. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits for program expenditures, directly incentivizing economic development through fiscal policy95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes high school trade partnership program with tax credits, enhancing career-focused educational access and student programs per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education

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