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Boston, Massachusetts · BostonBOSTON (WWLP) - Two tax-related ballot initiative petitions were submitted to the attorney general on Wednesday, the first step in the process of getting a question on the 2026 ballot.
Experts warn new tariffs may hike import prices by 18.3% Proponents of these ballot questions say they are aimed at increasing state competitiveness. One proposal would increase the state's GDP by decreasing the personal income tax rate from 5 to 4% over thr…See the Story
Tax Ballot Question Proposals Filed with AG
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United States · United StatesMassachusetts has a large share of young adults in its population. In descending order, the Commonwealth’s largest age demographics are 30 to 34, 20 to 24, and 35 to 39 according to US DataLabs. One reason why the share of individuals in those age groups is larger is because the proportion of younger age groups is unusually smaller than average. Some have argued that this is due to affordability and because the state’s notable universities attr…See the Story
Massachusetts Youth Population in Decline
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Work · BostonRead The House Call This edition of The House Call explains why the City of Boston is behind the curve on broadly allowing accessory dwelling units by right, and what it’s doing to catch up. The newsletter also explores the (limited) housing options for seasonal workers on Cape Cod and how some employers are housing workers in company-owned buildings. The post Despite Statewide Legalization, Boston has a lot of Work to Do to Allow By-Right ADUs …Read Article
