An Act establishing a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to create a tax credit in Massachusetts for individuals who purchase hearing aids. The goal is to make hearing assistance technology more affordable and accessible to residents. The credit would be available to cover a portion of the cost of qualifying hearing aids. This legislation aims to address the financial barriers that can prevent people from obtaining necessary hearing care.
Key provisions
- Provides a tax credit for hearing aid purchases.
- Eligibility requirements for the credit are not detailed in the text.
- The bill applies to residents of Massachusetts.
- The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Revenue.
Who is affected
- Individuals with hearing loss
- Massachusetts residents
- Healthcare providers
- Hearing aid manufacturers
Notable changes
- Establishes a new tax credit for hearing aids.
- Similar bills have been proposed in the past, indicating a recurring interest in this issue.
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