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By Representative Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3173) of Marc T. Lombardo relative to taxes on overtime wages. Revenue.
This bill would require overtime wages earned by hourly workers to be counted as taxable income under Massachusetts state tax law. Specifically, it amends the tax code to define "overtime wage" as pay for hours worked beyond 40 per week for hourly employees (excluding salaried workers), and adds a new tax provision requiring taxpayers to include this amount in their taxable income. The bill directly affects hourly workers who earn overtime pay, as their overtime earnings would now be subject to state income tax. This changes the tax treatment of overtime wages but does not alter tax rates or specify effective dates.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to establish a maximum limit on the state income tax rate. If adopted, it would prevent the state legislature from raising the income tax rate above a set cap without requiring another constitutional amendment. The measure would directly affect all individuals and businesses subject to the state income tax. The amendment must first pass the legislature and then be approved by voters to become part of the state constitution.
Senate, May 12, 2025 -- (Filed by Mr. Tarr) Order relative to the calling of a proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to cap the state income tax.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2050) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to exempt active duty military personnel from state income tax while based out of state. Revenue.
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by proposal for constitutional amendment, Senate, No. 12) of Bruce E. Tarr for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to cap the state income tax. Revenue.
