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H 3138 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to a green vendor tax credit

Summary
By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3138) of Steven S. Howitt for legislation to provide tax credits to restaurants utilizing reusable utensils, dishes, glasses and bulk condiments. Revenue.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for restaurants using reusable items, reducing business tax liability to promote sustainability and environmental goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax credits for reusable restaurant items reduce single-use plastic waste, directly supporting pollution control and conservation goals.95% confidence
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Mar 16, 2026
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Revenue
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Steven Howitt
RRepublican
MA
4th Bristol