An Act establishing tax credits for the adoption of cats and dogs
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Create an account to take a stance, submit a written position, or contact your legislator.
Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to create tax credits in Massachusetts for individuals who adopt cats and dogs from eligible shelters or rescue organizations. The goal is to encourage pet adoption and support animal welfare groups. The bill is currently under consideration by the state legislature, with a scheduled hearing in September 2025.
Key provisions
- Provides tax credits for adopting cats and dogs.
- Credits would be available to individuals who adopt from qualifying shelters or rescue organizations.
- The specific amount of the tax credit is not yet determined.
- The bill is currently being reviewed by the Revenue Committee.
- A study order has been attached to the bill (H5318).
Who is affected
- Pet adopters in Massachusetts
- Animal shelters and rescue organizations
- Taxpayers in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a new tax incentive for pet adoption.
- It builds upon similar proposals, such as H.3658, which addressed the same issue.
Bill text
Read the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.
Text extraction is in progress. View the official source.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
2 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
Arguments
Reasons offered for and against this legislation.
Arguments in favor
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yours