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MA S1832

MA S1832
Expanding the commuter deduction to regional transit authority fares


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd 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. The deduction applies to the portion of the expended amount that exceeds $50 for RTA transit fares or $150 for MBTA fares, with a maximum deduction of $750 per individual. The bill also requires the Department of Revenue to provide written notice of the changes to cities and towns operating RTAs and to post public signage informing riders of the changes. The expanded deduction will be effective for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4736 (on 09/09/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1832
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1832.pdf
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