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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to eliminate the marriage penalty in the income tax rate brackets.
1/10/2025, 9:20 AM
Summary of Bill HR 320
This bill seeks to address this issue by adjusting the income tax rate brackets for married couples to ensure that they are not penalized for being married. By eliminating the marriage penalty, the bill aims to provide tax relief to married couples and promote fairness in the tax system.
If passed, this legislation would have a direct impact on the tax liabilities of married couples, potentially reducing the amount of taxes they owe and providing them with more financial flexibility. Supporters of the bill argue that it is a step towards creating a more equitable tax system that treats married couples fairly. Overall, Bill 119 HR 320 seeks to address the marriage penalty in the income tax rate brackets and provide tax relief to married couples. It is important to note that this bill is still in the early stages of the legislative process and may undergo changes before it is enacted into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 320
Make Marriage Great Again Act of 2025
This bill modifies the federal income tax rate brackets for married individuals filing joint federal income tax returns so that they are twice the amount of the federal income tax rate brackets for unmarried individuals filing federal income tax returns (thus eliminating the tax effect commonly known as the marriage penalty). Further, under the bill, the federal income tax rate brackets for married individuals filing separate federal income tax returns no longer applies for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.
Current Status of Bill HR 320
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 320
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1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Comments

Callum McKenna
11 months ago
This bill good for me and my wife. Taxes less now.

Andres Porter
11 months ago
I don't think this is a good idea. It seems like it could cause more problems than it solves. How will this bill impact families in the long run?

Alayah Bullock
10 months ago
Why this bill change tax brackets? How will it affect my wallet?
