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MA S1426

MA S1426
Dedicating a portion of the stabilization fund to cities and towns.


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Introduced
01/22/2013
In Committee
01/22/2013
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/01/2014

Introduced Session

188th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to dedicate a portion of the stabilization fund to cities and towns. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Section 2H of chapter 29 of the General Laws by adding a provision that dedicates at least ten percent of the total amount in the stabilization fund, which is a fund used to save money for future needs or emergencies, specifically for the purpose of preventing or lessening cuts to local aid distributed to cities and towns. This dedicated portion of the fund can be used for programs like Chapter 70 educational funding, lottery aid, and additional assistance, and can be spent in addition to other authorized expenditures from the fund.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2111 (on 04/24/2014)

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