An Act establishing a transportation contribution from large employers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to establish a transportation contribution from large employers in Massachusetts. The goal is to generate revenue for transportation improvements through an excise tax levied on these employers. The revenue generated would be used to support transportation infrastructure and services. The bill is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature.
Key provisions
- Requires large employers to contribute to a transportation excise tax.
- The specific amount of the contribution is not yet defined in the text.
- Revenue generated would be dedicated to transportation improvements.
- The bill is currently being studied by a legislative committee.
- Similar legislation has been proposed in the past.
Who is affected
- Large employers in Massachusetts
- The general public through improved transportation infrastructure
Notable changes
- Introduces a new mechanism for funding transportation projects.
- Potentially shifts the cost of transportation from individual taxpayers to employers.
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