Massachusetts H3251: An Act to exclude tipped wages from taxable income

Sponsors

• Michael Soter (R, 8th Worcester) · primary sponsor
• Steven Xiarhos (R, 5th Barnstable)
• Joseph McKenna (R, 18th Worcester)
• Marcus Vaughn (R)
• Patrick O'Connor (R, First Plymouth and Norfolk)

Latest actions

1. April 21, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5313
2. February 17, 2026: Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 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: Senate concurred
7. February 27, 2025: Referred to the committee on Revenue

Common questions

What is H3251?

H3251 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act to exclude tipped wages from taxable income.

What is the status of H3251?

Failed as of April 21, 2026. Latest action: Accompanied a study order, see H5313 (April 21, 2026).

Who sponsored H3251?

Michael Soter (R, 8th Worcester), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for H3251?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3251