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MA S1568

MA S1568
Strengthening working families by increasing tax exemptions and dependent care tax credits


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Introduced
04/15/2015
In Committee
04/15/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to strengthen working families by increasing tax exemptions and dependent care tax credits. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill aims to strengthen working families by increasing tax exemptions and dependent care tax credits. Specifically, it proposes to raise the maximum amount of a tax deduction for dependent care expenses, allowing taxpayers to claim up to $7,400 if they have one qualifying child or $12,300 if they have two or more, for tax years starting in 2016. Additionally, it introduces a new deduction for single individuals with an adjusted gross income of $45,000 or less, or joint filers with an adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less, providing a deduction of $4,300 for one dependent or $8,600 for two or more dependents. These changes are intended to provide greater financial relief to families with children.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2290 (on 05/12/2016)

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