A bill to allow for one-time distributions from certain transportation fringe benefit accounts.

12/13/2024, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Bill 118 s 5525, also known as the "Transportation Fringe Benefit Accounts One-Time Distribution Act," is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The bill aims to allow for one-time distributions from certain transportation fringe benefit accounts.

Transportation fringe benefit accounts are accounts that allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to cover commuting expenses, such as public transportation or parking costs. Currently, these accounts have restrictions on when and how funds can be withdrawn.

If passed, Bill 118 s 5525 would temporarily lift these restrictions and allow employees to make one-time distributions from their transportation fringe benefit accounts. This would provide individuals with more flexibility and financial relief during times of economic hardship or unexpected expenses. The bill does not specify the exact amount that can be withdrawn or the specific circumstances under which a distribution can be made. It is likely that further regulations and guidelines would be put in place to ensure that the distributions are used appropriately and in accordance with the intended purpose of the accounts. Overall, Bill 118 s 5525 seeks to provide individuals with greater access to their transportation fringe benefit accounts and the ability to use these funds when needed most. It is important to note that this summary is based on the information available at the time of writing and may be subject to change as the bill progresses through the legislative process.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5525

Introduced on
2024-12-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Bill 118 s 5525, also known as the "Transportation Fringe Benefit Accounts One-Time Distribution Act," is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The bill aims to allow for one-time distributions from certain transportation fringe benefit accounts.

Transportation fringe benefit accounts are accounts that allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars to cover commuting expenses, such as public transportation or parking costs. Currently, these accounts have restrictions on when and how funds can be withdrawn.

If passed, Bill 118 s 5525 would temporarily lift these restrictions and allow employees to make one-time distributions from their transportation fringe benefit accounts. This would provide individuals with more flexibility and financial relief during times of economic hardship or unexpected expenses. The bill does not specify the exact amount that can be withdrawn or the specific circumstances under which a distribution can be made. It is likely that further regulations and guidelines would be put in place to ensure that the distributions are used appropriately and in accordance with the intended purpose of the accounts. Overall, Bill 118 s 5525 seeks to provide individuals with greater access to their transportation fringe benefit accounts and the ability to use these funds when needed most. It is important to note that this summary is based on the information available at the time of writing and may be subject to change as the bill progresses through the legislative process.
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Official Title as IntroducedA bill to allow for one-time distributions from certain transportation fringe benefit accounts.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.