S.1971

Creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1971 proposes a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing.

Massachusetts S1971 introduces a graduated deed excise tax on property sales to fund affordable housing initiatives. The tax rates increase with the sale price, ranging from 1.1 to 2 times the existing rate. Revenue generated will support housing crisis initiatives and Affordable Housing Act programs.

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Where it stands

Current
Steering, Policy and Scheduling Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

History

Jul 22

House

Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling

Jul 13

Senate

Reporting date extended to Monday July 20, 2026

Apr 1

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026