An Act to promote adoption
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes a taxpayer exemption for families who have adopted children in Massachusetts. It aims to provide financial relief to these families, recognizing the costs associated with raising adopted children. The bill seeks to create a specific exemption on state income taxes for adoptive parents. The bill is currently under consideration by the House Committee on Revenue.
Key provisions
- Creates a taxpayer exemption for adoptive families.
- The exemption is for expenses related to raising adopted children.
- The exemption applies to state income taxes.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on Revenue.
- A hearing on the bill is scheduled for September 16, 2025.
Who is affected
- Adoptive families in Massachusetts
- Taxpayers in Massachusetts
- Families with adopted children
Notable changes
- Introduces a new state tax exemption.
- Specifically targets expenses related to adopted children.
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Sponsors
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11 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael J. Soter
Cosponsors
Joseph D. McKenna
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