HR 5761 · 96th Congress · Taxation

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 with respect to the treatment of casualty losses in the case of fruit or nut trees.

Introduced 1979-10-31· Sponsored by Rep. Edwards, Jack [R-AL-1]· 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 House Committee on Ways and Means.(1979-10-31)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow an income tax deduction for casualty loss of depreciable fruit or nut trees. Sets a minimum deduction of the fair market value on the date such loss occurs, with a further allowance for an up to ten-year carryback and an up to four-year carryover.…

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Cosponsors (20)

8 Democrats12 Republicans