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MA S2059

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Patrick O'Connor

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Origin

Senate

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Creates a $1,000 tax credit for Massachusetts taxpayers who provide more than half of the financial support for a relative diagnosed with aphasia
  • Requires the relative with aphasia to have resided with the taxpayer for more than 6 months during the taxable year
  • Makes the credit refundable, meaning taxpayers receive any excess credit amount as a refund if it exceeds their tax liability
  • Amends Section 6 of Chapter 62 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new paragraph
  • Sponsored by Senator Patrick M. O'Connor (First Plymouth and Norfolk); similar legislation was filed in the 2023-2024 session

Legislative Description

Establishing a tax credit for families caring for relatives with aphasia

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

Committee Referrals

Revenue2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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