H.R.4217: SQUEAL Act

About This Bill

  • Introduced Nov. 1, 2017
  • Latest Major Action Nov. 1, 2017

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Bill Summary

Stop Questionable, Unnecessary, and Excessive Allowances for Legislators Act or the SQUEAL Act This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to eliminate the deduction for living expenses incurred by Members of Congress. (Under current law, the deduction is limited to $3,000 per year.)

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Nov. 1, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Nov. 1, 2017

Introduced in the House by David Schweikert (R-Ariz.)

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