S.2035

To eliminate the tax deduction for direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S2035 eliminates tax deductions for direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing.

Massachusetts S2035 amends the state's tax code to eliminate deductions for direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing. This includes all costs related to advertising prescription drugs and devices to patients in Massachusetts, such as media advertising, coupons, and outreach programs. The bill targets the deduction under section 162(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, specifically for marketing directed to consumers rather than licensed prescribers.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Calendar

Oct 28, 2025

1:00 PM

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

Oct 21, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 10/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2