S.1977

Reducing the costs for adoption

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1977 provides a tax credit for attorneys offering pro bono legal services in adoption cases.

Massachusetts S1977 introduces a tax credit for licensed attorneys who provide pro bono legal services in adoption cases. Each adoption case entitles the attorney to a $500 credit, with a maximum of $2,500 per taxable year. This bill aims to reduce the costs associated with adoption by incentivizing legal professionals to offer their services at no charge.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Sep 16, 2025

10:30 AM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

Sep 16, 2025

10:30 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

Sep 16, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 09/16/2025 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time