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H.R.1897: Healthy Workforce Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about taxation
- Introduced April 2, 2009
- Latest Major Action April 2, 2009
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (10 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Healthy Workforce Act of 2009 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow employers a 50% tax credit for the costs of providing employees with a qualified wellness program. Defines "qualified wellness program" as a program that is certified by the Secretary of Health and Human Services and that consists of a health awareness and education component, a behavioral change component, and a supportive environment component. Terminates such credit...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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April 2, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) |