S.1944

Relative to the exemption of private pension income from taxation

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1944 proposes to exempt private pension income from state taxation.

Massachusetts S1944 amends Chapter 62 of the General Laws to exempt private pension income from state taxation. Specifically, it adds a subparagraph to Section 3 of Chapter 62, allowing an exemption for certain pension income. This includes pensions from employers, the United States, the State, or any subdivision, as well as eligible retirement income. The exemption applies to amounts not exceeding $2,000 for individuals under age 60 and $12,500 for those aged 60 or older.

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Nov 18, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

Nov 18, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

History

Jul 23

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5596

Apr 1

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026

Nov 18, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time