S.2038

To increase the commuter tax deduction to reflect rising costs

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S2038 increases the commuter tax deduction to account for rising costs.

Massachusetts S2038 amends the state's tax code to increase the commuter tax deduction. It allows individuals to deduct 10 percent of their yearly commuter costs, up to an additional $500 per person. For heads of household, the deduction applies to costs exceeding $150, with a maximum deduction of $1500. For married couples filing jointly, the deduction applies to each individual's costs exceeding $150, with a maximum deduction of $1500 per individual. The commissioner of revenue will adopt necessary regulations for implementation.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 17, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

Oct 17, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

History

Jul 2

House

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

Apr 1

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026

Oct 17, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 10/17/2025 from 10:00 AM-10:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time