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H 479

An Act relative to limited liability company fees

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jim Arciero and 3 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill modifying LLC formation and registration fees to adjust business compliance costs and state regulatory revenue.

Accompanied a study order, see H5178
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Bill Summary · H 479

Legislative bill overview

H 479 is a Massachusetts bill that modifies fees associated with limited liability companies (LLCs). The bill has been referred to the Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies and is currently under review, with a reporting deadline extended to December 1, 2025. The specific fee changes are not detailed in the action history provided.

Why is this important

LLC fees directly affect the cost of business formation and compliance in Massachusetts, influencing entrepreneurship and business competitiveness. Changes to these fees can impact small business owners, startups, and the state's ability to attract or retain business entities, while also affecting state revenue from business filings and registrations.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost impact on small businesses: Depending on whether fees increase or decrease, this could either burden small business owners or reduce state revenue needed for business regulation services
  • Competitiveness with other states: Massachusetts LLC fees must remain competitive with neighboring states to avoid businesses incorporating elsewhere
  • Scope of fee changes: Without seeing the bill text, it's unclear whether fees apply uniformly to all LLCs or target specific structures, which could create equity concerns

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

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