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MA H2833

To allow individual donations to countries vulnerable to climate change


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
04/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to authorize voluntary contributions on income tax returns for a separate fund to be known as the Massachusetts fund for vulnerable countries most affected by climate change. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Massachusetts Fund for Vulnerable Countries Most Affected by Climate Change (MFVC), which will allow individual taxpayers in Massachusetts to voluntarily contribute to a fund that supports the United Nations Least Developed Countries Fund (UN LDCF). The MFVC will be a designated option on Massachusetts personal income tax return forms, and all contributions will be transferred to the UN LDCF or a related tax-exempt organization. The bill also sets requirements for the oversight and auditing of the MFVC, including annual reporting on expenditures and the ability for the state to investigate and take action against any waste, fraud, or abuse.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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