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MA H3081
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carol Doherty
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AI Summary
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Exempts the first $20,000 of taxable pension income from Massachusetts state income tax for eligible seniors
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Provides 100% exemption on all taxable pension income for taxpayers who have paid taxes on pension income for over 20 years
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Eligibility requirements: must be a Massachusetts resident, over age 65, and have income at or below the area median income as defined by the Department of Housing and Community Development
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Amends Chapter 62 of the General Laws by adding a new clause to the existing tax exemption provisions
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Filed by Representatives Carol A. Doherty (3rd Bristol) and James K. Hawkins (2nd Bristol) on January 16, 2025
Legislative Description
Establishing a tax exemption for pension income for certain senior citizens of the Commonwealth
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
2/17/2026