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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to allow a deduction for investment advisory expenses of certain funeral and cemetery trusts during suspension of miscellaneous itemized deductions.

12/31/2022, 5:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4333

Bill 117 hr 4333, also known as the "Funeral and Cemetery Trust Investment Advisory Expense Deduction Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a deduction for investment advisory expenses of certain funeral and cemetery trusts during the suspension of miscellaneous itemized deductions.

The bill specifically targets funeral and cemetery trusts, which are entities set up to manage funds for funeral and cemetery expenses. These trusts often rely on investment advisors to help them make sound financial decisions. However, under current tax law, these investment advisory expenses are considered miscellaneous itemized deductions, which were suspended under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

This bill seeks to reinstate the deduction for investment advisory expenses for funeral and cemetery trusts, recognizing the unique financial needs and circumstances of these entities. By allowing this deduction, the bill aims to provide financial relief to funeral and cemetery trusts and ensure they can continue to effectively manage their funds. Overall, the "Funeral and Cemetery Trust Investment Advisory Expense Deduction Act" is a targeted piece of legislation that seeks to support the financial stability of funeral and cemetery trusts by allowing them to deduct investment advisory expenses during the suspension of miscellaneous itemized deductions.

Congressional Summary of HR 4333

This bill allows a tax deduction for the investment advisory expenses of certain funeral trusts and cemetery perpetual care funds during the period in which the allowance of miscellaneous itemized deductions is suspended (i.e., 2018 through 2025).

Current Status of Bill HR 4333

Bill HR 4333 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 1, 2021. Bill HR 4333 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 1, 2021.  Bill HR 4333's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of July 1, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4333

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4333

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

- Cemeteries and funerals
- Financial services and investments
- Income tax deductions

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4333

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to allow a deduction for investment advisory expenses of certain funeral and cemetery trusts during suspension of miscellaneous itemized deductions.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to allow a deduction for investment advisory expenses of certain funeral and cemetery trusts during suspension of miscellaneous itemized deductions.

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