HR 502 · 93th Congress · Housing and Community Development

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to allow a deduction for expenses incurred by a taxpayer in making repairs and improvements to his residence.

Introduced 1973-01-03· Sponsored by Rep. Flowers, Walter [D-AL-7]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.(1973-01-03)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Allows a taxpayer a tax deduction under the Internal Revenue Code for any home improvement expenses paid during the taxable year. Places a $500 limitation on such tax deduction. Allows a two year carryforward when the amount of home improvement expense exceeds $500. Prohibits any such deduction from being treated as a capital expenditure.…

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