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H 3250

An Act relative to income tax relief for senior citizens

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul Donato and 6 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill proposing income tax relief for senior citizens; specific provisions require committee review and scheduled June hearing to determine fiscal scope and eligibility requirements.

Accompanied a study order, see H5237
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Bill Summary · H 3250

Legislative bill overview

H 3250 proposes income tax relief measures specifically for senior citizens in Massachusetts. The bill has been referred to the Revenue Committee and a hearing is scheduled for June 16, 2025. The specific tax relief provisions are not detailed in the available legislative actions.

Why is this important

Senior citizens often operate on fixed incomes and face rising costs of living, healthcare, and housing. Targeted tax relief could meaningfully improve their financial security, though the fiscal impact on state revenues depends entirely on the bill's specific provisions and eligibility thresholds.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Any income tax reduction requires offsetting revenue, either through cuts elsewhere or reduced services
  • Eligibility criteria: Defining "senior citizen" and income thresholds will determine who benefits and how much the state spends
  • Fairness questions: Whether targeted relief for seniors is equitable compared to tax relief for other demographic groups with financial hardship

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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