Massachusetts S2098: An Act to incentivize public service

What the bill says

From the introduced text, February 27, 2025:

Section 6 of Chapter 62 of the General Laws is hereby amended by inserting after subsection (dd) the following subsection:- (ee)(1) As used in this subsection, “qualifying employer” shall have the same meaning as in 34 CFR 685.219. (2) A taxpayer employed by a qualifying employer shall be allowed a tax credit against the taxes imposed by this chapter for employment in public service for a collective 12 months. The credit shall be equal to $2,000. (3) The secretary of labor and workforce development shall promulgate regulations for the credit.

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Sponsors

• John Velis (D, Hampden and Hampshire) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. July 23, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5596
2. April 1, 2026: Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026
3. November 18, 2025: Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM in B-1 and Virtual<br> <span style="color: blue; font-style: italic;">Hearing updated to New End Time</span>
4. November 17, 2025: Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 and Virtual<br> <span style="color: blue; font-style: italic;">Hearing location changed</span>
5. November 7, 2025: Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
6. February 27, 2025: House concurred
7. February 27, 2025: Referred to the committee on Revenue

Common questions

What is S2098?

S2098 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act to incentivize public service.

What is the status of S2098?

Failed as of July 23, 2026. Latest action: Accompanied a study order, see H5596 (July 23, 2026).

Who sponsored S2098?

John Velis (D, Hampden and Hampshire).

Where is the official record for S2098?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2098