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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to expand the commuter deduction to regional transit authority fares. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill expands the commuter deduction in Massachusetts to include fares paid for Regional Transit Authority (RTA) transit, in addition to the existing deduction for Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) transit, bus, commuter rail, or commuter boat fares. For single filers or those filing separately, the deduction applies to the portion of the transit expenses that exceed $150, up to a maximum deduction of $750. For joint filers, the deduction applies to the portion of each individual's expenses that exceed $50, also up to a $750 maximum per individual. The bill also requires the Department of Revenue to provide written notice to cities and towns with RTAs and to post public signage informing riders of the changes to the commuter deduction.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4562 (on 04/04/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1873 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1873.pdf |
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