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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts receives revenues from the Master Settlement Agreement between the state and the tobacco industry to recover health care costs for tobacco relates illnesses. Statute requires that a portion of tobacco settlement proceeds be transferred to the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund (SRBTF) to fund the Commonwealth’s liability for retiree health care. In accordance with state law, the Comptroller certifies the receipt of the deposit from tobacco companies in a Tobacco Settlement Certification.

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Transparency and Reporting Updates

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CTR News and Initiatives March 13, 2024

Office of the Comptroller releases video instructions on submitting public records requests

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News Releases March 11, 2024

Office of the Comptroller recognizes Sunshine Week, highlights statewide transparency efforts

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News Releases February 20, 2024

Comptroller files Fiscal Year 2023 Statutory Basis Financial Report

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