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MA S2051
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patrick O'Connor
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AI Summary
- Creates a new Massachusetts state income tax deduction for tuition paid to private occupational schools (trade schools) when costs exceed 25% of the taxpayer's adjusted gross income, after subtracting scholarships, grants, and financial aid
- Expands the existing education loan interest deduction to include loans for private occupational schools, in addition to two-year and four-year colleges
- Limits eligibility for the tuition deduction to Massachusetts residents only; nonresidents cannot claim the deduction
- Applies to tuition paid for the taxpayer or their dependents enrolled in qualifying programs
- Similar legislation was filed in the previous 2023-2024 legislative session as Senate No. 1916
Legislative Description
Relative to the accessibility and affordability of trade school education
Last Action
Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
8/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Revenue2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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