An Act establishing a legislative fiscal office
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a Legislative Fiscal Office in Massachusetts. The office will provide nonpartisan analysis and support to the legislature on fiscal matters, including budget development and revenue forecasting. It aims to improve the legislature’s ability to understand and manage the state’s finances. The office will be overseen by a Fiscal Director appointed by the Governor.
Key provisions
- Establish a Legislative Fiscal Office.
- The office will provide fiscal analysis and support to the legislature.
- The Fiscal Director will be appointed by the Governor.
- The office will assist with budget development and revenue forecasting.
- The office will operate independently and nonpartisansly.
Who is affected
- The Massachusetts Legislature
- State Government Officials
- Taxpayers
Notable changes
- This bill establishes a new, dedicated office for fiscal analysis within the legislature.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
James B. Eldridge
Cosponsor
James B. Eldridge
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