UPDATE: Massachusetts taxpayers are receiving significant financial relief today as the state begins issuing tax rebates to approximately 3 million taxpayers. This move follows the activation of a long-standing law designed to cap state revenue, and many residents can expect to see hundreds to thousands of dollars deposited into their accounts or mailed as checks.
The automatic payments, labeled “MASTTAXRFD” for those opting for direct deposit, will roll out between now and December 15. In the first wave alone, officials are dispatching 500,000 payments this week, with an additional 1 million expected each subsequent week. This means most eligible taxpayers will receive their refunds by the end of this month.
If you have yet to file your 2021 tax return, don’t worry—you can still qualify for a refund if you complete your filing by September 15, 2023. Your rebate will be processed approximately one month after your filing.
The rebate amounts vary significantly based on income. For instance, individuals earning $35,000 may receive around $200, whereas those with incomes exceeding $1 million could see rebates surpassing $7,000.
In a related development, Massachusetts has also implemented a new statewide ban on discarding mattresses, textiles, and other cloth items. This ban took effect today, aiming to change waste management practices in the state. Officials have indicated they will not generally fine individuals for non-compliance but are providing resources to help residents donate or recycle these items instead.
In a significant breakthrough, authorities have identified the woman known as the “Lady of the Dunes,” whose body was discovered on a Provincetown beach nearly half a century ago. She was identified as Ruth Marie Terry, a 37-year-old from Tennessee. While her killer remains unknown, officials hope that this new identification will lead to further developments in the case.
As the state gears up for the upcoming elections, residents are reminded that the deadline for mail-in ballots is 5 p.m. today. Secretary of State Bill Galvin’s office recommends that voters drop off their ballots in person to ensure they arrive on time.
Stay tuned as these developments unfold. The financial relief from tax rebates is set to have a significant impact on Massachusetts residents, providing much-needed support during challenging economic times.
