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MA H4647

MA H4647
Providing tax credits to promote the adoption of a dog or cat from a shelter


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Introduced
06/18/2018
In Committee
06/19/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to promote adoption of certain dogs or cats from animal shelters by establishing tax credits for certain costs associated with said adoptions and by the creation of a motor vehicle registration plate. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill establishes tax credits to promote the adoption of dogs and cats from animal shelters. It creates a separate "Adopt a Shelter Pet Fund" to be administered by the Department of Revenue, which will provide reimbursement for the tax credits. The bill also allows the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to offer a distinctive registration plate with the words "I'm Animal Friendly," with the proceeds from the additional plate fee deposited into the Adopt a Shelter Pet Fund. The tax credits range from $100 to $400 for adopting dogs and cats of various ages and conditions from qualifying adoption entities, and the credits are distributed over three tax years as long as the pet remains with the adopter.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4790 (on 07/19/2018)

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