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MA S1586

Relative to land conservation


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to land conservation. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill proposes several changes to land conservation laws in Massachusetts. Specifically, it increases the maximum allowable tax deduction for individuals and trusts that donate land or conservation easements for the purpose of land conservation from $75,000 to $150,000. It also increases the maximum total amount of such tax deductions that can be claimed in a tax year from $2 million to $10 million. The bill also clarifies that nonprofit trusts organized for land conservation purposes are eligible for these tax deductions. The changes made by this bill are set to expire on December 31, 2027.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H3855 (on 08/03/2017)

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