H3208
An Act establishing a sales tax on digital advertising services
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create a sales tax on digital advertising services provided in Massachusetts. The revenue generated would be directed to the state’s general fund. Currently, digital advertising services are not subject to sales tax in the state. This legislation aims to broaden the state’s sales tax base to include this growing sector of the economy.
Key provisions
- Establishes a sales tax on digital advertising services.
- Revenue collected will be deposited into the state’s general fund.
- The bill applies to digital advertising services as defined by state law.
Who is affected
- Digital advertising companies
- Businesses that purchase digital advertising services
- Consumers who pay for digital advertising services
Notable changes
- This bill would introduce a new sales tax category.
- It represents a shift in the state’s approach to taxing digital services.
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Primary sponsor
Francisco E. Paulino
Cosponsors
Francisco E. Paulino
Margaret R. Scarsdale
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Bill H.3208 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a sales tax on digital advertising services
By Representative Paulino of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3208) of Francisco E. Paulino and Margaret R. Scarsdale for legislation to establish a sales tax on digital advertising services. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Francisco E. Paulino
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3208
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/18/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, February 20, 2026 |
| 2/25/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/2/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5309 |
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