Boston, MA – Lots of voices are weighing in on the 2026 ballot question proposing to reduce the income tax from 5% to 4% over three years. This is an important debate — and it should be grounded in facts. A family earning the average household income in Massachusetts would save approximately $1,300 annually once fully implemented. Allowing residents to retain more of their earnings strengthens household budgets, supports local economic activity, and directly affects Massac