Since 2000, Mass Had Twice as Many Tax Hikes as Tax Cuts
How have Massachusetts’ various tax rates changed over the last 25 years? We scored the Bay State’s tax hikes and cuts since 2000, and found twice as many tax increases as tax cuts over this timeframe.
Two MOA-Inspired Ballot Proposals Clear Another Hurdle
This week, Massachusetts’ Attorney General Andrea Campbell certified a “record breaking” 44 ballot petitions, moving these ideas one step closer toward appearing before voters in 2026. Two of these potential 2026 reforms were inspired by original research from the Mass Opportunity Alliance.
Other States Show Tax Cuts Work
As taxpayers express concerns over high cost of living and taxes while state spending runs out of control, critics say an income tax cut would hurt the state. Other states’ experience shows it would be beneficial to the state economy and taxpayers alike.
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Since 2000, Mass Had Twice as Many Tax Hikes as Tax Cuts
How have Massachusetts’ various tax rates changed over the last 25 years? We scored the Bay State’s tax hikes and cuts since 2000, and found twice as many tax increases as tax cuts over this timeframe.
Two MOA-Inspired Ballot Proposals Clear Another Hurdle
This week, Massachusetts’ Attorney General Andrea Campbell certified a “record breaking” 44 ballot petitions, moving these ideas one step closer toward appearing before voters in 2026. Two of these potential 2026 reforms were inspired by original research from the Mass Opportunity Alliance.
Other States Show Tax Cuts Work
As taxpayers express concerns over high cost of living and taxes while state spending runs out of control, critics say an income tax cut would hurt the state. Other states’ experience shows it would be beneficial to the state economy and taxpayers alike.
Tax Cut Gets Majority Support Across Demographic Groups
The Mass Opportunity Alliance recently highlighted two big ideas that could boost the state’s competitiveness and address high cost of living concerns expressed time and time again by taxpayers. One in particular would reduce the state income tax rate from 5% to 4%.
A recent poll of 1,000 Massachusetts voters shows they want a tax cut, regardless of income bracket, demographic group, or party affiliation.
SENTINEL & ENTERPRISE: Editorial: Put tax-relief initiatives to the ballot test
Should Massachusetts voters have a direct say in how much income tax they pay and when the state owes them refunds for surplus state revenues beyond a certain amount?
Massachusetts Has a Spending Problem
Massachusetts’ state spending is growing fast. It outpaces taxpayers’ income growth, and even inflation. But what was driving this much spending growth over such a short period of time?
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Our mission is to defend and strengthen the Massachusetts business climate, ensure long-term economic success and prosperity, promote social mobility, and enhance economic opportunities for all in the Commonwealth.
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