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Of inquiry directing the Secretary of the Treasury to provide to the House of Representatives the tax return information of President Donald J. Trump as well as the tax returns of each business entity disclosed by Donald J. Trump on his Office of Government Ethics Form 278e.

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Summary of Bill HRES 479

Bill 115 H.Res. 479, also known as the Resolution of Inquiry, is a piece of legislation that directs the Secretary of the Treasury to provide the House of Representatives with the tax return information of President Donald J. Trump. This bill also requires the disclosure of the tax returns of each business entity that President Trump has disclosed on his Office of Government Ethics Form 278e.

The purpose of this bill is to increase transparency and accountability in government by allowing members of the House of Representatives to review President Trump's tax returns and those of his business entities. This information could potentially shed light on any conflicts of interest or financial ties that the President may have, which could influence his decision-making as the leader of the country.

The bill is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is essential for the American public to have access to this information in order to fully understand the financial dealings of the President. Critics, on the other hand, argue that this bill is an invasion of privacy and sets a dangerous precedent for future Presidents. Overall, Bill 115 H.Res. 479 is a contentious piece of legislation that raises important questions about transparency and accountability in government. It remains to be seen whether or not it will ultimately be passed into law.

Current Status of Bill HRES 479

Bill HRES 479 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2017. Bill HRES 479 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on July 27, 2017.  Bill HRES 479's most recent activity was Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 84. as of September 14, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 479

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 479

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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