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Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 1586) to impose an additional tax on bonuses received from certain TARP recipients, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1212

Bill 111 H.Res. 1212 is a piece of legislation that focuses on the consideration of Senate amendments to a bill known as H.R. 1586. The main purpose of this bill is to impose an additional tax on bonuses that are received from certain recipients of the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP).

The bill aims to address concerns regarding excessive bonuses being given to executives at companies that received TARP funds, which were intended to help stabilize the economy during the financial crisis. By imposing an additional tax on these bonuses, the bill seeks to discourage excessive compensation practices and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly.

In addition to the tax on bonuses, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes, although specific details on these purposes are not provided in the summary. Overall, Bill 111 H.Res. 1212 is aimed at promoting accountability and transparency in the use of TARP funds and preventing misuse of taxpayer money.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1212

Bill HRES 1212 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2010. Bill HRES 1212 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2010.  Bill HRES 1212's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of March 25, 2010

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1212

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1212

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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