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MA S2030
Bill
AI Summary
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Creates a new Chapter 78B in Massachusetts General Laws establishing a Literacy Tax Credit (LTC) program to address both complete illiteracy and functional illiteracy
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Establishes a Literacy Training Lesson Program (LTLP) where individuals seeking literacy are tested and paired with registered "Literacy Sponsors" through accredited schools and organizations designated by the Massachusetts Department of Education
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Awards tax credits of $750 to $2,200 to Literacy Sponsors who successfully help individuals achieve literacy, with amounts adjustable based on Consumer Price Index inflation
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Requires individuals achieving literacy through the program to receive a Literacy Certificate (LC) as recognition of completion
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Mandates the Massachusetts Department of Education to establish standards for approving Literacy Sponsors and qualifying organizations, and requires detailed public reporting on program results for ongoing evaluation
Legislative Description
For a literacy tax credit
Last Action
Hearing rescheduled to 09/16/2025 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
9/16/2025