An Act establishing a local option gas tax
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes establishing a local option gas tax in Massachusetts. The tax would allow cities and towns to decide whether or not to implement a tax on gasoline sales. Revenue generated from this tax would be distributed to the municipalities that choose to levy it, providing them with additional funding sources. The bill is currently under consideration by the Revenue Committee.
Key provisions
- Allows cities and towns to choose whether to implement a gas tax.
- Revenue generated would be distributed to the local municipalities.
- The tax would apply to gasoline sales.
- Municipalities would have the discretion to set the rate of the tax.
- The bill is currently being reviewed by the Revenue Committee.
Who is affected
- Motorists in Massachusetts
- Cities and towns in Massachusetts
- Gasoline retailers in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Creates a mechanism for local governments to generate additional revenue through a gas tax.
- Provides municipalities with the option to tailor the tax rate to their specific needs.
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