Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act of 2021

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Explore the details of House Bill 3689 Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Taxation. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 5:32 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3689

Bill 117 HR 3689, also known as the Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act of 2021, aims to provide support and resources to individuals who are caring for elderly family members or loved ones. The bill recognizes the important role that caregivers play in the lives of older adults and seeks to alleviate some of the financial and emotional burdens that they may face.

The AGE Act proposes several key provisions to assist caregivers, including the establishment of a national public awareness campaign to educate the public about the challenges faced by caregivers and the resources available to support them. Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a national caregiver support hotline to provide information, referrals, and emotional support to caregivers in need.

Furthermore, the AGE Act seeks to expand access to respite care services for caregivers, allowing them to take much-needed breaks from their caregiving responsibilities. The bill also aims to improve coordination between healthcare providers and caregivers to ensure that older adults receive the best possible care. Overall, the Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and support the vital role that caregivers play in our society. By providing resources, education, and support to caregivers, the bill aims to improve the quality of life for both older adults and those who care for them.

Congressional Summary of HR 3689

Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act of 2021

This bill allows a tax credit for a portion of a taxpayer's expenses for eldercare.

The credit applies to expenses to care for certain relatives or members of the taxpayer's household who have attained the age of 60 and require assistance with activities of daily living.

Eldercare expense include amounts paid for:

medical care,
lodging away from home,
adult day services,
personal care,
respite care,
assistive technologies and devices (including remote health monitoring),
environmental modifications (including home modifications), and
counseling or training for a caregiver.

The amount of eldercare expenses incurred during any year that may be taken into account for the credit may not exceed $6,000.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3689

Bill HR 3689 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3689 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3689's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of June 4, 2021