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MA H2899

MA H2899
Providing tax credits to promote the adoption of a dog or cat from a shelter


summary

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 promote adoption of certain of dogs or cats from animal shelters by establishing tax credits for certain costs associated with said adoptions and by the creation of a motor vehicle registration plate. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a separate fund called the Adopt a Shelter Pet Fund to provide for the reimbursement of tax credits issued for the adoption of qualified pets, such as dogs over 7 years old or disabled dogs/cats, from qualifying adoption entities like animal shelters and rescue groups. The bill also creates a distinctive motor vehicle registration plate to support the adoption of pets from animal shelters, with a portion of the fee for the plate going to the Adopt a Shelter Pet Fund. The tax credit provisions of the bill apply to taxable years beginning in 2018.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4728 (on 06/24/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2899
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2899.pdf
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