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MA H2782

MA H2782
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

Relative to expanding the commuter tax deduction to regional transit authority fares. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill expands the commuter tax deduction to include fares paid for Regional Transit Authority transit, in addition to the existing deduction for Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority transit, bus, commuter rail or commuter boat fares. For single filers or those filing separately, the deduction applies to the portion of the expended amount that exceeds $50 for Regional Transit Authority fares, up to a maximum deduction of $750. For married couples filing jointly, each individual can deduct the portion of their Regional Transit Authority fares that exceeds $50, up to $750 each. The bill also requires the Department of Revenue to provide written notice to cities and towns with Regional Transit Authorities and post public signage informing riders of the changes to the commuter deduction.

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/H2782
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2782.pdf
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