S.2014

Relative to creating the Massachusetts Against Discrimination Fund

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes the Massachusetts Against Discrimination Fund to support the Commission Against Discrimination.

The bill creates the Massachusetts Against Discrimination Fund, which will be used by the Commission Against Discrimination to cover costs related to investigating, prosecuting, and adjudicating claims of unlawful discrimination, as well as to assist with training efforts. The fund will be financed through voluntary contributions from taxpayers, who can designate a portion of their tax refunds or add an amount to their tax due on their state tax returns. The state treasurer will manage the fund, ensuring it earns the highest interest rate possible while remaining safe and liquid.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 13, 2025

10:30 AM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

History

Jul 9

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Apr 1

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026

May 8, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-1