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MA H2673

MA H2673
Relative to tuition tax credit


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to create an income tax credit for qualified tuition and fees for higher education. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to create a new income tax credit for Massachusetts residents, allowing them to claim a credit against their tax liability for a portion of the costs of qualified tuition and fees for higher education. Specifically, individuals can receive a credit of up to 20% of these educational expenses, with a maximum credit of $5,000 per tax year. Any unused portion of this credit can be carried forward and applied to reduce tax liability in the following seven tax years. This provision aims to provide financial relief to individuals pursuing higher education by reducing their tax burden.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4639 (on 09/26/2016)

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