Bill115th CongressFiled Nov 1, 2017Taxation
H.R. 4217
SQUEAL Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 1, 2017)
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.)
What just happenedNov 1, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-6](R-AZ)Sponsor
3 cosponsors3 R
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- Introduced in HouseNov 1, 2017
- Nov 1, 2017IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Introduced in House
- Nov 1, 2017IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House