H3278

Creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H3278 proposes a graduated deed excise tax to fund affordable housing initiatives.

Massachusetts H3278 introduces a graduated deed excise tax on property sales to generate revenue for affordable housing. The tax rates vary based on the sale price, with higher rates for more expensive properties. The tax revenue will be divided equally between addressing the housing crisis and funding initiatives under the Affordable Housing Act of 2024.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

History

Apr 2

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5309

Feb 25

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Dec 18, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Friday, February 20, 2026