An Act providing tax credits to promote the adoption of a dog or cat from a shelter
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to offer tax credits to Massachusetts residents who adopt dogs or cats from animal shelters. It also aims to increase awareness by creating a special motor vehicle registration plate. The goal is to encourage more people to adopt pets from shelters, helping to reduce overcrowding and promote animal welfare.
Key provisions
- Tax credits for adoption fees associated with dogs and cats from shelters.
- Creation of a dedicated motor vehicle registration plate to promote pet adoption.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Revenue.
- A study order was added to the bill (H.5313).
- The reporting date has been extended multiple times.
- Similar bills have been proposed in the past.
- The bill was Senate concurred.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Animal shelters
- Potential pet adopters
- Animal welfare organizations
Notable changes
- Establishes a financial incentive for adopting pets from shelters.
- Introduces a public awareness campaign through a specialized vehicle registration plate.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
Cosponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
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