Important Information Regarding Cigarette Tax

Effective July 1, 2008, the Massachusetts cigarette tax has increased by an additional 50 mills per cigarette ($1.00 per package of 20 and $1.25 per package of 25). Full story See also TIR 08-9

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Be sure to watch our new video outlining your rights as a Massachusetts taxpayer and in your dealings with the department. Also, test your “rights” knowledge with our informational quiz or look through the Taxpayer Bill of Rights Guide.

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