S.2086

Relative to sales tax reduction to 5%

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S2086 proposes a gradual reduction of the state sales tax from 6.25% to 5%.

Massachusetts S2086 amends the General Laws to reduce the state sales tax in phases. Initially, the tax will decrease to 5.84% in August 2026, then to 5.43% in August 2027, and finally to 5% in August 2028. This bill affects all consumers and businesses subject to the sales tax in Massachusetts.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Calendar

Sep 29, 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

Sep 19, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1