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MA S1773
Relative to a local option excise on the sale of alcoholic beverages for municipal substance abuse prevention and public health programs
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to a local option excise on the sale of alcoholic beverages for municipal substance abuse prevention and public health programs. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill allows cities and towns in Massachusetts to impose a local sales tax of up to 2% on the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises, as well as on the alcoholic beverage portion of restaurant meals. The revenue generated from this local excise tax must be deposited into a Municipal Substance Abuse Prevention and Public Health Fund, which can only be used for substance abuse prevention and public health programs in the municipality. The bill also provides details on how the tax should be collected, distributed, and reported.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5045 (on 09/12/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1773 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1773.pdf |
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