Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 3257: An Act to give tax relief to parents with children in private schools
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 3257 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to give tax relief to parents with children in private schools. Primary sponsor: Justin Thurber (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 21, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5313.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Thurber of Somerset, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3257) of Justin Thurber and David F. DeCoste for legislation to authorize real estate tax abatements to parents with children in private schools. Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Thurber | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Bristol |
| David DeCoste | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Plymouth |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5313
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Reporting date extended to Friday, February 20, 2026
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/16/2025 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Revenue