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the deduction for medical expenses.

Currently, under the Internal Revenue Code, individuals can deduct certain medical expenses from their taxable income. However, the deduction does not apply to expenses related to abortions. This bill seeks to clarify and explicitly state that amounts paid for an abortion should not be included in the calculation of medical expenses for tax deduction purposes.

The bill does not take a stance on the issue of abortion itself, but rather focuses on the tax implications of abortion expenses. By excluding abortion expenses from the deduction for medical expenses, the bill aims to provide clarity and consistency in the tax code. Overall, Bill 119 s 253 is a straightforward and narrowly focused piece of legislation that seeks to address a specific issue related to tax deductions for medical expenses. It does not seek to make any broader changes to the tax code or to the regulation of abortion.

ull federal recognition. This lack of federal recognition has limited the tribe's access to certain benefits and resources that federally recognized tribes receive.

The proposed amendment in Bill 119 s 107 seeks to grant the Lumbee Tribe full federal recognition. This would allow the tribe to access federal funding for healthcare, education, and other essential services. It would also give the tribe the ability to enter into government-to-government relationships with the United States.

Supporters of the bill argue that granting the Lumbee Tribe full federal recognition is long overdue and would help address historical injustices faced by the tribe. Opponents of the bill may argue that granting federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe could set a precedent for other non-federally recognized tribes to seek similar recognition. Overall, Bill 119 s 107 is a significant piece of legislation that has the potential to greatly impact the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and improve their access to essential resources and services.

er medical service. This bill seeks to address the current disparity in access to dental care for veterans, as dental services are not currently provided as part of the standard medical benefits package for veterans.

The bill recognizes the importance of dental care in maintaining overall health and well-being, and seeks to ensure that veterans have access to the same level of care as the general population. By requiring the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish dental care in the same manner as any other medical service, this bill aims to improve the overall health outcomes and quality of life for veterans.

In addition to providing dental care, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to improving the health and well-being of veterans. Overall, the Dental Care for Veterans Act seeks to address the current gaps in dental care access for veterans and ensure that they receive the care they need to maintain their health and well-being.