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MassBudget Stands with Partners to Create an Inclusive Democracy, Despite Federal Efforts
Throughout the year, Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) listens to and works with our grassroots, community, and union partners on how to build a ...
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“MassBudget welcomes new board leadership” – MassNonprofit News
February 22, 2026 The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) has announced a leadership transition on its Board of Directors as its longtime Board President ...
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MassBudget Announces Board of Directors Leadership Transition
The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) announces a leadership transition on its Board of Directors as our longtime Board President concludes their term in ...
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Testimony in support of An Act supporting families through enhanced tax credits, and An Act to reduce poverty by expanding the EITC and the child and family tax credit
MassBudget urges the Joint Committee on Revenue to report H.3073 and S.1957 and S.1975 out favorably. Thank you for the opportunity to submit written testimony ...
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MassBudget calls for Massachusetts to opt out of the five most costly corporate tax changes in the federal OBBBA
As Massachusetts policymakers seek to build a more equitable and resilient Commonwealth, the recent corporate tax changes in the federal "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act ...
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Testimony in support of An Act combatting offshore tax avoidance
MassBudget urges the Joint Committee on Revenue to report H.3110 and S.2033 out favorably. This legislation would allow Massachusetts to collect corporate income tax revenue ...
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Testimony in support of An Act granting a local option for a real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing
MassBudget urges the Joint Committee on Revenue to report H.3056 and S.1937 out favorably. A real estate transfer fee can generate significant revenue that would ...
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FOCUS2025 Keynote Speaker Announcement: Dr. Miguel A. Cardona
MassBudget is thrilled to share that Dr. Miguel A. Cardona, the 12th US Secretary of Education, will be the FOCUS2025 Keynote Speaker!
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Testimony in Support of An Act enabling cities and towns to stabilize rents and protect tenants
MassBudget urges the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government report S1447 out favorably. This legislation would allow cities and towns to place limits on ...
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MassBudget featured on Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan
MassBudget is honored to have been chosen as a featured organization for Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan, the nationally broadcast television series that uplifts organizations ...
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Statement on Reconciliation Bill Signed by the U.S. President
On July 4, 2025, the President of the United States signed an extensive budget reconciliation bill that will bring extraordinary pain upon millions of families ...
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MassBudget’s Statement on the FY 2026 Conference Budget
On Sunday, June 29th, the Conference Committee released their proposed budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026, outlining a plan to spend over $61 billion for ...
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Massachusetts Ranking Slips to 3rd in 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book as MA Families Struggle with Housing Costs
Data shows that the number of Massachusetts families burdened by housing costs continues to rise.
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