Establishes a tax credit for Massachusetts residents who subscribe to local community newspapers.

The bill establishes a tax credit for Massachusetts residents who subscribe to local community newspapers. A local community newspaper is defined as a publication with original content from primary sources, serving a regional or local community, and employing at least one local journalist. The credit is $250 per subscription and can be claimed annually as long as the subscription continues. The credit is not available for statewide or national newspapers.

Establishes a tax credit for Massachusetts residents who subscribe to local community newspapers.

The bill establishes a tax credit for Massachusetts residents who subscribe to local community newspapers. A local community newspaper is defined as a publication with original content from primary sources, serving a regional or local community, and employing at least one local journalist. The credit is $250 per subscription and can be claimed annually as long as the subscription continues. The credit is not available for statewide or national newspapers.