H3199
An Act to establish a sales tax exemption for earth day
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Bill overview
This bill would create a temporary sales tax exemption in Massachusetts for purchases made on Earth Day. Specifically, the exemption would apply to the purchase of ‘Energy Star’ products and hybrid motor vehicles. The goal is to encourage consumers to purchase environmentally friendly products on this designated day. This is a recurring proposal with previous attempts to pass similar legislation.
Key provisions
- Sales tax exemption on Earth Day.
- Exemption applies to ‘Energy Star’ products.
- Exemption applies to hybrid motor vehicles.
- The exemption is for purchases made on Earth Day.
Who is affected
- Consumers
- Retailers selling ‘Energy Star’ products
- Retailers selling hybrid motor vehicles
- The State of Massachusetts (through revenue collection)
Notable changes
- This bill replicates previous attempts to establish a similar sales tax exemption.
- The exemption is limited to Earth Day purchases.
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Primary sponsor
Michael J. Moran
Cosponsor
Michael J. Moran
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Bill H.3199 194th (Current)
An Act to establish a sales tax exemption for earth day
By Representative Michael J. Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3199) of Michael J. Moran relative to establishing a sales tax exemption on Earth Day for purchases of “Energy Star” products, so-called, and hybrid motor vehicles. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael J. Moran
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3199
| 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 H5318 |
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