HRES Bill 1553 Expressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes.

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2024-10-25

Bill 118 HRES 1553, titled "Expressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes," is a resolution that calls for action to close a tax loophole that benefits Act 22 decree holders. Act 22 decrees are tax incentives offered by certain US territories, such as Puerto Rico, to attract wealthy individuals to establish residency in those territories. These individuals, known as Act 22 decree holders, are able to legally avoid paying federal taxes on their income earned in the territory. The resolution expresses the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address this tax loophole. It highlights the unfairness of allowing wealthy individuals to legally evade federal taxes while the average American taxpayer is required to pay their fair share. The resolution does not propose specific legislative changes, but rather serves as a call to action for Congress to address this issue. It emphasizes the importance of closing loopholes that allow for tax evasion and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their wealth or status, contribute their fair share to the federal tax system. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1553 aims to bring attention to the issue of tax evasion by Act 22 decree holders and urges Congress to take action to address this loophole in a responsible and timely manner.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Alternative Names

Expressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes.

Expressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Taxation

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3]

Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria [D-NY-14]

Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1]

Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]

Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-7]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]

Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12]

Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]

Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]

Committees and Subcommittees

Ways and Means Committee

Variations and Revisions

Expressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes.

11/18/2024, 4:58 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.Bill 118 HRES 1553, titled "Expressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes," is a resolution that cal...
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1553

Introduced on
2024-10-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/25/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.Bill 118 HRES 1553, titled "Expressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes," is a resolution that cal...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense that the House of Representatives must take responsible and timely action to address the Federal tax loophole that allows Act 22 decree holders to legally evade Federal taxes.

Policy Areas
Taxation

Comments

APPROVED
JF
Jimmy Fitzgerald
I don't think it's fair that Act 22 decree holders can avoid paying Federal taxes.

APPROVED
DH
Demi Hendrix
I think it's great that they are looking into fixing that tax loophole. It's important for everyone to pay their fair share. Can't wait to see how this all plays out!

Recent Activity

Latest Action10/25/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.