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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 2033: An Act combating offshore tax avoidance

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2033) of Jason M. Lewis, Liz Miranda, Paul W. Mark, Carmine Lawrence Gentile and other members of the General Court for legislation to close corporate tax loopholes and create progressive revenue. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCloses corporate tax loopholes to increase revenue, directly strengthening fiscal management under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence
Jason Lewis (D) · 33 co-sponsors
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 2994: MCRC 2026 Annual Report

Senate, March 5, 2026 -- Report of the Massachusetts Capital Resource Company (under the provisions of Section 20 of Chapter 816 of the Acts of 1977) submitting its forty-nine annual report
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 1962: An Act excluding student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans

By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1962) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. relative to excluding student loan forgiveness from taxable income for permanently and totally disabled veterans. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes student loan forgiveness from taxable income for disabled veterans, providing direct tax relief to a specific group, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill excludes student loan forgiveness from taxable income for disabled veterans, directly expanding their financial benefits by preventing tax liability on forgiven debt.95% confidence
Bill Driscoll (D)
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 2570: An Act relative to the Ware River watershed advisory committee

The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 582) of Peter J. Durant, Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2570).
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes Watershed Advisory Committee under Environment committee, supporting conservation and management of natural resources in Ware River watershed.85% confidence
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 1974: An Act aligning the long-term capital gains tax rate with the short-term capital gains tax rate

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1974) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to align the long-term capital gains tax rate with the short-term capital gains tax rate. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAligns long-term and short-term capital gains tax rates, closing a loophole favoring high earners and promoting fiscal responsibility per revenue-focused tax policy.92% confidence
Jamie Eldridge (D)
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 2000: An Act to extend the research and development sales tax exemption

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2000) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to extend to qualifying entities sales tax exemptions on research and development. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends sales tax exemption for R&D entities, providing tax relief that aligns with fiscal policy supporting innovation and business investment.95% confidence
Paul Feeney (D)
passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 1981: An Act relative to graduate student loan deductions

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1981) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to graduate student loan deductions. Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax deductions for graduate students, reducing taxable income and offering relief, aligning with tax relief for lower/middle income groups.95% confidence
Ryan Fattman (R) · 1 co-sponsor
passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 14, 2026

H 5468: An Act authorizing the town of Princeton to continue the employment of police officer Paul Quinn beyond the age of 65

This bill allows the town of Princeton to keep police officer Paul Quinn employed past the usual retirement age of 65, permitting him to serve until age 70 or until he is no longer physically and mentally capable of performing his duties. To ensure he remains fit for the job, the town may require annual medical examinations at its own expense. Additionally, the legislation stops further deductions from his salary after he turns 65 and ensures his final retirement payout matches what he would have received had he retired at age 65.
passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 14, 2026

H 5499: An Act to include teachers from the Springfield Empowerment Zone in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System

This bill allows teachers working for the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership to join the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System. It changes state law to count their work experience as official retirement credit, provided they work at least half-time in roles similar to those in public schools. The legislation directly affects educators employed by this specific nonprofit organization in Springfield. By including these teachers in the retirement system, the bill ensures they have access to the same pension benefits as public school teachers.
Bud Williams (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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