Massachusetts § 38G - Reporting wholly-owned DISC income
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 38G — Reporting wholly-owned DISC income, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38G. Reporting wholly-owned DISC income
Section 38G. A business corporation subject to tax under this chapter shall for the purposes of determining its excise under the provisions of this chapter include in the report of its income all the income of any wholly-owned DISC, whether such DISC is organized under the laws of the commonwealth or the laws of any other state, for the taxable year of such wholly-owned DISC which ends immediately after the taxable year of such corporation and shall include in its assets and liabilities all of the assets and liabilities of any such wholly-owned DISC as of the end of the taxable year of such wholly-owned DISC which ends immediately after the taxable year of such corporation.
Every business corporation subject to tax under this chapter which has such a wholly-owned DISC shall include in its return: (1) a copy of the federal income tax return filed by such DISC for the taxable year which ends immediately after the taxable year of such corporation and (2) a statement that the income, assets and liabilities reported by such corporation for the taxable year and upon which its excise under this chapter has been determined includes the income, assets and liabilities of such DISC for the taxable year of the DISC which ends immediately after the taxable year of such corporation.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 38G
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 38G cover?
Section 38G ("Reporting wholly-owned DISC income") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 38G?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 38G" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 38G apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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