Vote YES on 6 to Protect Water & Nature in Massachusetts — Without Raising Taxes
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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.
Simple, Transparent, and Accountable
$100 Million / Year:
Dedicated annual funding for land and water conservation.
No New Taxes:
Funded entirely by dedicating the existing sporting goods sales tax.
Endorsed by 90+ Organizations:
A broad, statewide coalition of clean water, conservation, and outdoor recreation groups.
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
Requires strict oversight and annual reporting so we can see exactly how every dollar is spent.
Strict Oversight
Why Question 6 Matters
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Protect Clean Drinking Water
Question 6 will conserve forests and natural areas, reducing runoff in lakes, rivers, and streams to keep our tap and well water clean.
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Conserve Forests, Farms & Wildlife Habitat
Question 6 will protect Massachusetts forests, working family farms, and natural habitats for birds, fish, and pollinators.
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Create More Parks, Trails, & Greenspaces
Question 6 will help create and improve parks, trails, and greenspaces for public use to get kids active outdoors and create more outdoor places for everyone to enjoy.
Backed by 90+ Leading Conservation Groups & Businesses
Campaign News & Field Notes
Let’s Protect the Places We Love — For Today and Future Generation
Join thousands of Massachusetts neighbors who are standing up for clean drinking water, healthy forests and wildlife habitats, and more parks and trails.