HR 13580 · 94th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources

A bill to clarify the tax status of certain independent fishermen.

Introduced 1976-05-05· Sponsored by Rep. Studds, Gerry E. [D-MA-12]· House

Bill Progress

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.(1976-05-05)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Internal Revenue Code and the Social Security Act to exclude service performed by an individual on a vessel used in catching fish or other marine animal life wherein such individual receives as compensation a portion of such vessel's catch, from the definitions of "employment" and "self-employment" for the purposes of deductions, contributions, and benefits under such Acts. Requires the operator of a vessel employing such individuals to report to the Secretary of the Treasury with respect to the identity of such individuals and their share of the catch.…

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Cosponsors (15)

10 Democrats5 Republicans