House Bill 2505
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Credit for Caring Act of 2017
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 17, 2017
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
2505
Congress
115
Policy Area
Taxation
Taxation
Primary focus of measure is all aspects of income, excise, property, inheritance, and employment taxes; tax administration and collection. Measures concerning state and local finance may fall under Economics and Public Finance policy area.
No House votes have been held for this 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 needs.
May 17, 2017
05/17/2017
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
05/17/2017
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:36:44 PM