H 3170
An Act relative to lowering the sales tax to 5%
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to reduce the Massachusetts sales tax rate from its current rate to 5%. The legislation, introduced by Representative Lombardo, seeks to lower the cost of goods and services for consumers and potentially stimulate economic activity. It was referred to the Revenue Committee and subsequently received Senate concurrence. The bill is currently awaiting a hearing.
Key provisions
- Reduces the Massachusetts sales tax rate to 5%.
- Introduced by Representative Marc T. Lombardo.
- Received Senate concurrence.
- Currently scheduled for a hearing on September 29, 2025.
- Accompanied by a study order (H5313).
Who is affected
- Consumers
- Retailers
- Businesses
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Represents a significant reduction in the state’s sales tax rate.
- Similar bills have been proposed in previous legislative sessions.
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Primary sponsor
Marc T. Lombardo
Cosponsor
Marc T. Lombardo
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Bill H.3170 194th (Current)
An Act relative to lowering the sales tax to 5%
By Representative Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3170) of Marc T. Lombardo for legislation to lower the sales tax to five percent. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Marc T. Lombardo
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3170
| 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 |
| 4/21/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5313 |
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