Budget & Taxes

passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 21, 2026

H 3033: An Act relative to the fuel tax

By Representative Boldyga of Southwick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3033) of Nicholas A. Boldyga relative to the gasoline and diesel fuel tax. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes fuel tax to generate state revenue, directly impacting tax collection and budget funds per summary's 'Revenue' focus.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

H 3050: An Act relative to regional ballot initiatives

By Representatives Ciccolo of Lexington and Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3050) of Michelle L. Ciccolo and Jack Patrick Lewis for legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose tax surcharges on single subjects of taxation and to establish local and regional transportation ballot initiatives. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes local tax surcharges for transportation funding, directly increasing revenue streams for regional initiatives.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3488: An Act relative to tax incentives for building to NetZero Standards

By Representative Flanagan of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3488) of Christopher Richard Flanagan relative to the cost burdens of certain incentives for statewide greenhouse gas emissions limits. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax incentives for NetZero building, providing tax relief to incentivize sustainable construction, directly impacting tax policy and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax incentives for NetZero building standards, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and greenhouse gas emissions limits per title/summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax incentives for NetZero building standards, directly advancing greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals per summary.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3224: An Act establishing a tax for online advertising

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3224) of David M. Rogers relative to establishing a tax for online advertising. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes new tax on online advertising to generate state revenue, directly advancing tax policy and budget funding through new tax collection.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 6, 2026

H 3085: An Act providing incentives to the digital interactive media/entertainment industries

By Representative Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3085) of Daniel M. Donahue relative to providing tax incentives to the digital interactive media/entertainment industries. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax incentives for digital media industries, a form of tax relief directly addressing taxation policy.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax incentives to digital interactive media/entertainment industries, directly funding and supporting growth in technology sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3090: An Act establishing the Massachusetts Maritime Commercial Development tax credit

By Representative Ferrante of Gloucester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3090) of Ann-Margaret Ferrante for legislation to establish maritime commercial development tax credits. Revenue.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit for maritime commercial development, reducing state revenue, aligning with tax break indicators for business entities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3038: An Act to establish a downtown vitality fund to strengthen local business districts and main streets

By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3038) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others for legislation to establish a downtown vitality fund to strengthen local business districts and main streets funded by a portion of the sales tax. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates existing sales tax revenue to fund downtown business districts, directing tax proceeds toward economic development and local business strengthening.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 18, 2025

SD 3193: An Act promoting fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul W. Mark for legislation to promote fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes 'fair tax treatment' for zero-emission vehicles, indicating tax policy adjustment favoring EVs, aligning with tax relief/support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission vehicles through tax incentives, advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes zero-emission vehicles via tax incentives, directly reducing emissions and advancing clean energy adoption per bill title and summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes fair tax treatment for zero-emission vehicles, advancing sustainable transportation policies under vehicle regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2076: An Act relative to employee recruitment and retention

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2076) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to tax credits for employee recruitment and retention. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credits for employee recruitment and retention, directly affecting taxation and revenue.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTax credits for employer recruitment/retention promote stable employment, aligning with labor & employment support through workforce retention incentives.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 3215: An Act relative to the withholding of property taxes by utility companies

By Representative Ramos of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3215) of Orlando Ramos relative to the withholding of property taxes by utility companies. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates utility companies withhold property taxes, ensuring local revenue collection. Directly strengthens fiscal management by preventing revenue loss from tax withholding.92% confidence

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