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MA H1648

Enhancing public awareness of tax and fee increases


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
02/14/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to require the committees on Ways and Means of both branches of the General Court to conduct certain hearings on measures that would increase or expand any new or existing taxes or fees. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.

AI Summary

This bill requires the committees on Ways and Means of both the Senate and House of Representatives to conduct at least 5 public hearings on any bills that propose to establish, increase, or expand any new or existing taxes or fees, with the exception of local bills. The hearings must be held in different geographical regions of the Commonwealth and the public must be given 3 days' notice prior to the hearings. The purpose of this bill is to enhance public awareness of any proposed tax or fee increases.

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)

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