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CERTS Tax Exemption Act

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7477

Bill 117 HR 7477, also known as the CERTS Tax Exemption Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide tax exemptions for certain entities that have received financial assistance under the Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services (CERTS) program.

The CERTS program was established to provide financial assistance to transportation service providers who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This program has provided grants to eligible entities to help them cover expenses and keep their operations running during this challenging time.

The CERTS Tax Exemption Act seeks to ensure that these entities are not burdened with additional taxes on the financial assistance they have received through the CERTS program. By providing tax exemptions, this bill aims to support these transportation service providers and help them recover from the economic challenges brought on by the pandemic. Overall, the CERTS Tax Exemption Act is designed to provide much-needed relief to transportation service providers who have been struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If passed, this bill could help these entities recover and continue providing essential services to the public.

Congressional Summary of HR 7477

CERTS Tax Exemption Act

This bill excludes from income taxation grants to assist providers of transportation services affected by COVID-19.

Current Status of Bill HR 7477

Bill HR 7477 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 7, 2022. Bill HR 7477 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 7, 2022.  Bill HR 7477's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of April 7, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7477

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
176
Democrat Cosponsors
118
Republican Cosponsors
58
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7477

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

- Business expenses
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Income tax exclusion
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Marine and inland water transportation
- Motor carriers
- Transportation programs funding
- Wages and earnings

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7477

CERTS Tax Exemption Act
CERTS Tax Exemption Act
To exempt grants received under the Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services (CERTS) Act from Federal taxation.

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