Bill > H3834

This bill allows cities and towns in Massachusetts to add a voluntary donation option on municipal tax bills or motor vehicle excise tax bills to support local veterans and their dependents who are in need. Specifically, municipalities can create a designated place on tax bills or include a separate form that enables taxpayers to voluntarily increase their tax payment by donating an additional amount. These donations would be collected and placed into an account managed by the local veterans agent, who would then use the funds to provide financial assistance to veterans and their family members experiencing hardship. The bill requires approval from both the commissioner of revenue and the legislative body of the city or town before implementing such a donation mechanism. The legislation would take effect immediately upon its passage, providing a new, optional way for residents to directly support veterans in their local community through a simple check-off system on existing tax bills.

Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3834