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Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4714
Bill 117 HR 4714, also known as the Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act of 2021, aims to expand the Disabled Access Credit (DAC) for small businesses to make their facilities more accessible to individuals with disabilities. The DAC is a tax credit that helps offset the costs of making improvements to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The bill proposes to increase the maximum annual credit amount from $5,000 to $30,000, making it more feasible for small businesses to afford necessary accessibility upgrades. It also expands the types of expenses that qualify for the credit, such as costs related to providing accessible parking, signage, and communication devices.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the application process for the DAC, making it easier for small businesses to take advantage of the credit. This includes providing guidance and resources to help businesses understand the requirements and navigate the application process. Overall, the Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act of 2021 aims to make it easier for small businesses to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities, ultimately promoting inclusivity and equal access for all.
The bill proposes to increase the maximum annual credit amount from $5,000 to $30,000, making it more feasible for small businesses to afford necessary accessibility upgrades. It also expands the types of expenses that qualify for the credit, such as costs related to providing accessible parking, signage, and communication devices.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the application process for the DAC, making it easier for small businesses to take advantage of the credit. This includes providing guidance and resources to help businesses understand the requirements and navigate the application process. Overall, the Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act of 2021 aims to make it easier for small businesses to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities, ultimately promoting inclusivity and equal access for all.
Congressional Summary of HR 4714
Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act of 2021
This bill modifies the tax credit allowed to eligible small businesses for expenditures to provide access to disabled individuals to increase (1) the maximum allowable amount of such credit to $20,500, and (2) the limitation on the gross receipts of such businesses to $2.5 million for purposes of determining eligibility for the credit.
The bill directs the Department of Justice (DOD) to carry out an ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Mediation Program to facilitate voluntary mediation to resolve disputes arising under the ADA and to provide training for mediators.
DOD must report to Congress on its ADA Information Line (a toll-free line to provide information and materials to the public about ADA requirements).
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Current Status of Bill HR 4714
Bill HR 4714 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2021. Bill HR 4714 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 27, 2021. Bill HR 4714's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4714
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
32Democrat Cosponsors
32Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4714
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4714
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the credit for expenditures to provide access to disabled individuals, and for other purposes.
Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act of 2021
Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act of 2021
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