HR 2505 · 115th Congress · Taxation

Credit for Caring Act of 2017

Introduced 2017-05-17· Sponsored by Rep. Reed, Tom [R-NY-23]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.(2017-05-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Credit for Caring Act of 201 7 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow an eligible caregiver a new tax credit for 30% of the cost of long-term care expenses that exceed $2,000, up to $3,000 in a taxable year. The bill defines "eligible caregiver" as an individual who has earned income for the taxable year in excess of $7,500 and pays or incurs expenses for providing care to a spouse or other dependent relative with long-term care needs.…

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Cosponsors (20)

14 Democrats6 Republicans