An Act to support educational opportunity for all
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to establish an annual excise tax on private colleges and universities in Massachusetts. The revenue generated from this tax would be dedicated to supporting educational opportunities for all students. The bill’s sponsors believe this will help address funding disparities within the higher education system. It is currently under review by the House and Senate committees.
Key provisions
- Imposes an annual excise tax on private institutions of higher learning.
- Revenue from the tax will be used to support educational opportunity.
- The bill was referred to the House committee on Revenue.
- A hearing is scheduled for October 7, 2025.
- The reporting date has been extended multiple times.
Who is affected
- Private colleges and universities in Massachusetts
- Students in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a new tax on private higher education institutions.
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
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