S 2076
An Act relative to employee recruitment and retention
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to provide tax credits to businesses in Massachusetts to encourage them to recruit and retain employees. Specifically, it aims to incentivize companies to offer competitive wages and benefits packages. The bill seeks to address workforce shortages and improve employee stability within the state. It is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Revenue.
Key provisions
- Provides tax credits to employers for recruiting new employees.
- Offers tax credits to employers for retaining existing employees.
- The credits are intended to incentivize businesses to offer competitive compensation and benefits.
- The bill focuses on supporting businesses in attracting and keeping workers.
- The specific amount of the tax credits is not detailed in the available text.
Who is affected
- Businesses in Massachusetts
- Employers
- Employees in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Introduces a new tax incentive program for employee recruitment and retention.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill S.2076 194th (Current)
An Act relative to employee recruitment and retention
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2076) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to tax credits for employee recruitment and retention. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Revenue
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2076
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/21/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026 |
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