H 3186
An Act ensuring consistent reimbursement of PILOT funding
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Bill overview
This bill aims to guarantee that cities and towns in Massachusetts receive consistent payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) from the state. Specifically, it requires state payments to be at least as much as they were in the previous fiscal year. The bill addresses concerns about fluctuating PILOT funding levels, which can impact local government budgets. This legislation seeks to provide stability and predictability for municipalities.
Key provisions
- Requires state PILOT payments to be no less than the previous fiscal year's amount.
- Addresses inconsistencies in PILOT reimbursement to cities and towns.
- Focuses on payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) to local governments.
- Ensures financial stability for municipalities.
- Relates to revenue generated from state activities.
Who is affected
- Cities and towns in Massachusetts
- State government
- Local governments
- Taxpayers in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Establishes a minimum level for PILOT payments.
- Provides greater financial predictability for local governments.
- Addresses potential inequities in PILOT distribution.
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Primary sponsor
Joseph D. McKenna
Cosponsor
Joseph D. McKenna
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Bill H.3186 194th (Current)
An Act ensuring consistent reimbursement of PILOT funding
By Representative McKenna of Sutton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3186) of Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to ensure that state payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) to cities and towns not be less than the previous fiscal year. Revenue.
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Presenter: Joseph D. McKenna
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3186
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/18/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, February 20, 2026 |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5238 |
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