COVID–19 Commuter Benefits Distribution Act

12/30/2022, 12:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7754

Bill 117 HR 7754, also known as the COVID-19 Commuter Benefits Distribution Act, was introduced in the US Congress to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on commuter benefits. The bill aims to provide relief to individuals who have been affected by changes in their commuting habits due to the pandemic.

The key provisions of the bill include the distribution of commuter benefits to eligible individuals who have experienced a decrease in their commuting expenses as a result of the pandemic. This includes individuals who are now working from home or have reduced their commuting frequency.

The bill also seeks to ensure that these benefits are distributed in a timely and efficient manner, with a focus on helping individuals who may be facing financial hardship due to the pandemic. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to prevent fraud and abuse in the distribution of commuter benefits. Overall, the COVID-19 Commuter Benefits Distribution Act aims to provide much-needed support to individuals who have been impacted by changes in their commuting habits during the pandemic. It seeks to address the unique challenges faced by commuters in this difficult time and ensure that they receive the assistance they need to navigate these changes.

Congressional Summary of HR 7754

COVID-19 Commuter Benefits Distribution Act

This bill permits a one-time payment of unused transportation fringe benefits to a succeeding month. Under current law, such unused benefits are forfeited.

Current Status of Bill HR 7754

Bill HR 7754 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 12, 2022. Bill HR 7754 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 12, 2022.  Bill HR 7754's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of May 12, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7754

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7754

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

Cardiovascular and respiratory healthCommutingEmergency medical services and trauma careEmployee benefits and pensionsIncome tax exclusionInfectious and parasitic diseasesTransportation costs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7754

COVID–19 Commuter Benefits Distribution ActCOVID–19 Commuter Benefits Distribution ActTo allow for one-time distributions from certain transportation fringe benefit accounts.
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