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This bill creates the Massachusetts Against Discrimination Fund, a new state fund that allows taxpayers to voluntarily donate money on their annual state income tax returns to support the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD). The fund will be used to help MCAD offset costs related to investigating and prosecuting discrimination claims, providing training to prevent discrimination, and covering administrative expenses associated with these activities. Specifically, taxpayers can choose to contribute part or all of their tax refund or add an extra amount to their tax payment, which will be directed to this fund. The tax commissioner is required to make the donation option clearly visible on tax forms and report the total amount collected to the state treasurer, who will deposit the funds. The money in the fund can be used without further legislative appropriation, and any unused funds will carry over to subsequent fiscal years rather than reverting to the General Fund. The legislation aims to provide financial support for efforts to combat unlawful discrimination in Massachusetts by creating a dedicated, voluntary funding mechanism.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2014