Bill117th CongressFiled May 18, 2021Taxation
S. 1670
Credit for Caring Act of 2021
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 18, 2021)
Credit for Caring Act of 2021
This bill allows an eligible caregiver a tax credit of up to $5,000 for 30% of the cost of long-term care expenses that exceed $2,000 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 needs.
What just happenedMay 18, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA](R-IA)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateMay 18, 2021
- May 18, 2021IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Finance Committee - May 18, 2021IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate