Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-01-26T08:15:25Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4322 Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Taxation. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/26/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4322

Bill 118 HR 4322, also known as the Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023, aims to address a discrepancy in the tax code that currently discriminates against same-sex married couples. The bill seeks to ensure that all married couples, regardless of their gender, are treated equally under the law when it comes to filing their taxes.

Currently, same-sex married couples face challenges when filing their taxes due to the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), which was struck down by the Supreme Court in 2013. Despite this ruling, there are still lingering issues in the tax code that prevent same-sex couples from receiving the same benefits and protections as opposite-sex couples.

The Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023 seeks to rectify this by amending the tax code to ensure that all married couples are treated equally. This includes allowing same-sex couples to file joint tax returns, claim tax deductions and credits, and receive the same benefits as opposite-sex couples. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of ensuring equality for all married couples. Supporters argue that this legislation is a crucial step towards ending discrimination in the tax code and ensuring that all couples are treated fairly under the law. Overall, the Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023 aims to promote equality and fairness in the tax code by ensuring that all married couples, regardless of their gender, are able to enjoy the same benefits and protections.

Congressional Summary of HR 4322

Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023

This bill modifies several tax provisions that refer to married couples to make the provisions equally applicable to legally married same-sex couples.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4322

Bill HR 4322 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2023. Bill HR 4322 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2023. Bill HR 4322's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of June 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4322

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

118

Democrat Cosponsors

118

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4322

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4322

Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act of 2023To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to clarify that all provisions shall apply to legally married same-sex couples in the same manner as other married couples, and for other purposes.

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