S.2045

Establishing a college tuition tax deduction

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a college tuition tax deduction for tuition payments to public institutions in Massachusetts.

The bill proposes to amend the Massachusetts General Laws to include a new tax deduction for tuition payments made to public institutions of higher education. Specifically, it allows taxpayers to deduct 50% of their tuition costs, minus any scholarships, grants, or financial aid received. This deduction is not applicable if a deduction is already claimed under another subparagraph.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 9, 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

Aug 27, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium