Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1971: An Act creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1971 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act creating a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing. Primary sponsor: Lydia Edwards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 22, 2026): Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1971) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to create a graduated deed excise tax for affordable housing. Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydia Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Third Suffolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Committee recommended ought NOT to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
- Reporting date extended to Monday July 20, 2026
- Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 09/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Revenue