Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 4835 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Taxation. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:31 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 4835

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Act

This bill directs the Internal Revenue Service to establish a Community Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Matching Grant Program (VITA grant program) for the development, expansion, or continuation of volunteer tax preparation programs to assist low-income taxpayers and members of underserved populations.

The bill establishes the National Center to Promote Quality, Excellence, and Evaluation in Volunteer Income Tax Assistance. The Center shall: (1) promote the adoption of a universally accessible volunteer training platform for the preparation of federal income tax returns, (2) provide technical assistance to tax return preparation program managers, (3) identify and disseminate best practices related to tax site management, (4) support outreach and marketing efforts, and (5) provide evaluation of programs and activities funded under this Act.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4835

Bill HR 4835 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 22, 2016. Bill HR 4835 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on March 22, 2016. Bill HR 4835's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of March 30, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4835

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4835

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

Poverty and welfare assistanceSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsTax administration and collection, taxpayers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4835

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) ActTo facilitate nationwide availability of volunteer income tax assistance for low-income and underserved populations, and for other purposes.Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Act

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