Bill115th CongressFiled Dec 12, 2017Taxation
H.R. 4618
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a temporary moratorium on certain taxes affecting purchases of prescription medication.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Dec 12, 2017)
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to temporarily permit tax-favored health savings accounts, Archer Medical Savings Accounts, health flexible spending arrangements, and health reimbursement arrangements to be used to purchase over-the-counter medicine that is not prescribed by a physician. The bill applies during the period beginning on January 1, 2018, and ending on December 31, 2019.
What just happenedDec 12, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Jenkins, Lynn [R-KS-2](R-KS)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseDec 12, 2017
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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