S.1976

Abolishing the death tax

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Abolishing the death tax in Massachusetts.

This bill seeks to repeal Chapter 65C of the General Laws, which pertains to the death tax in Massachusetts. The death tax, also known as the estate tax, is a tax on the transfer of a deceased person's estate. The bill, if enacted, would eliminate this tax, potentially affecting estates subject to taxation under current law.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

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