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S.1151: Credit for Caring Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced May 17, 2017
- Latest Major Action May 17, 2017
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (7 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - 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)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 17, 2017 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| May 17, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) |