Vote YES on 6 to Protect Water & Nature in Massachusetts — Without Raising Taxes

Question 6 dedicates the sales tax we already pay on sporting goods to protect clean drinking water; conserve forests, family farms, and natural wildlife habitat; and create more parks, trails, and greenspaces for all to enjoy.

It’s time to permanently protect the places we love — clean drinking water, healthy forests and wildlife habitats, more trails and parks, and access to the outdoors and nature for everyone in Massachusetts. All without raising taxes. Vote YES on 6.

How Question 6 Works


Dedicates the standard sales tax we already pay on items like camping gear, golf clubs, and fishing equipment — just 0.16% of the overall state budget.

Existing Revenue


Establishes the Nature for All Fund with as much as $100 million/year to protect clean water, conserve forests, farms, and wildlife habitats, and create and improve local parks.

Dedicated Fund


Funds approved by a public oversight board with strict annual reporting requirements.

Strict Oversight

Why Question 6 Matters

  • Protect Clean Drinking Water

    Question 6 will protect drinking water sources throughout Massachusetts, and reduce pollution in rivers, lakes, streams, and the ocean.

  • Conserve Forests, Farms & Wildlife Habitat

    Question 6 will protect Massachusetts forests, working family farms, and natural habitats for birds, fish, and pollinators.

  • Create More Parks, Trails, & Greenspaces

    Question 6 will help create and improve parks, trails, and greenspaces for public use and create more outdoor places for everyone to enjoy.

Backed by 90+ Leading Conservation Groups & Businesses

Campaign News & Field Notes

Join thousands of Massachusetts neighbors who are standing up for clean drinking water, healthy forests and wildlife habitats, and more parks and trails.

Let’s Protect the Places We Love — For Today and Future Generations