Legislators
Bills
Statements
Lobbying
Travel
- Bills
- H.R.2505
H.R.2505: Credit for Caring Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced May 17, 2017
- Latest Major Action May 17, 2017
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (18 Democrats, 8 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 17, 2017
Bill Summary
Credit for Caring Act of 2017 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow an eligible caregiver a new tax credit for 30% of the cost of long-term care expenses that exceed $2,000, up to $3,000 in a taxable year. The bill defines "eligible caregiver" as an individual who has earned income for the taxable year in excess of $7,500 and pays or incurs expenses for providing care to a spouse or other dependent relative with long-term care...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
---|---|
May 17, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
|
May 17, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Tom Reed (R-N.Y.) |