An Act to incentivize public service
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to create a tax credit to encourage people to engage in public service work. The goal is to incentivize individuals to dedicate their time and effort to various public service roles. The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Revenue and is currently scheduled for a hearing. It aims to support and recognize those who contribute to the public good through volunteer work and service roles.
Key provisions
- Offers a tax credit for individuals engaged in public service.
- The specific amount of the tax credit is not detailed in the provided text.
- The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Revenue for review.
- A hearing is scheduled for November 18, 2025, to discuss the bill's details.
- The reporting date for the committee has been extended to June 25, 2026.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking or currently engaged in public service roles.
- Taxpayers in Massachusetts.
- Nonprofit organizations and public service entities.
Notable changes
- Introduces a new tax incentive for public service activities.
- No current law is explicitly referenced as being changed by this bill.
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