H.R.2157: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to encourage the use of public transportation systems by allowing individuals a credit against income tax for expenses paid to commute to and from work using public transportation.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about taxation
  • Introduced July 11, 1997
  • Latest Major Action July 11, 1997

Bill Summary

Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a credit for the amount paid for public transportation between the taxpayer's abode and place of employment.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
July 11, 1997

Introduced in the House by Sidney R. Yates (D-Ill.)

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