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MA H2388

Relative to encourage the use of alternative fuel heavy duty and medium duty vehicles


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish an excise tax credit for the use of alternative fuels for heavy duty and medium duty vehicles. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill establishes an excise tax credit to encourage the use of alternative fuel heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles in Massachusetts. The bill defines key terms such as "alternative fuel," "alternative fuel heavy-duty vehicle," and "alternative fuel medium-duty vehicle." Taxpayers can receive a tax credit of up to $20,000 for purchasing an alternative fuel heavy-duty vehicle and up to $12,000 for purchasing an alternative fuel medium-duty vehicle. The total tax credit for a taxpayer or affiliated entity is capped at the lesser of their income tax liability or $250,000 per year, and any unused portion of the credit can be carried forward to future years but not applied retroactively. The bill also authorizes the commissioner to promulgate rules and regulations necessary to implement and administer the provisions of this section.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5128 (on 11/19/2020)

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