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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the taxation of the sale of active opioids. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to impose a tax of 1 cent per milligram on the sale of "taxable active opioids" by manufacturers, producers, or importers. "Taxable active opioids" are defined as controlled Class A substances that are opium, opiates, or derivatives thereof, excluding prescribed drugs used exclusively for the treatment of opioid addiction. The bill also establishes a mechanism to ensure that eligible patients, such as those with cancer or receiving hospice care, do not face an economic burden from the tax. Additionally, the bill requires that any increased revenue from the tax be used exclusively for substance abuse, including opioid abuse, treatment efforts in the Commonwealth.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (6)
James Cantwell (D),
Dan Donahue (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
John Mahoney (D),
Jim O'Day (D),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4244 (on 02/22/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2633 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2633.pdf |
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