S 1930
An Act authorizing a local affordable housing surcharge
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes Massachusetts cities and towns to implement a surcharge on property tax bills. The revenue generated from this surcharge would be dedicated specifically to funding affordable housing initiatives within those local communities. The surcharge would be applied to property taxes, and local governments would determine the specific rate and how the funds are used. This legislation aims to bolster local efforts to address the shortage of affordable housing options.
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William N. Brownsberger
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William N. Brownsberger
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Bill S.1930 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing a local affordable housing surcharge
By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1930) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to authorize a local affordable housing surcharge. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenter: William N. Brownsberger Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1930
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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