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Eliminating Paperwork for Startups Act

12/29/2022, 10:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7090

Bill 117 HR 7090, also known as the Eliminating Paperwork for Startups Act, aims to reduce the regulatory burden on new businesses by streamlining the paperwork required for them to get up and running. The bill specifically targets the paperwork and reporting requirements imposed on startups by various federal agencies.

The key provisions of the bill include simplifying the process for new businesses to register with the federal government, reducing the number of forms and reports that startups are required to submit, and eliminating duplicative or unnecessary paperwork. The bill also calls for the creation of a task force to review existing regulations and identify areas where paperwork requirements can be further reduced.

Supporters of the bill argue that reducing the paperwork burden on startups will make it easier for entrepreneurs to launch new businesses, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth. They believe that by cutting through red tape and streamlining the regulatory process, the government can help foster a more business-friendly environment for startups. Critics of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on regulatory oversight and consumer protection. They worry that by reducing paperwork requirements, the government may inadvertently weaken its ability to monitor and enforce regulations that are designed to protect consumers and ensure fair competition in the marketplace. Overall, the Eliminating Paperwork for Startups Act represents an effort to strike a balance between reducing regulatory burdens on new businesses and maintaining necessary oversight and protections. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, where lawmakers will debate its merits and potential implications for the startup ecosystem.

Congressional Summary of HR 7090

Eliminating Paperwork for Startups Act

This bill requires the Internal Revenue Service to allow the election relating to property transferred in connection with services (i.e., to include in gross income the amount of such property in the year of transfer) to be made in electronic form.

Current Status of Bill HR 7090

Bill HR 7090 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2022. Bill HR 7090 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 15, 2022.  Bill HR 7090's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of March 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7090

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7090

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7090

Eliminating Paperwork for Startups Act
Eliminating Paperwork for Startups Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require the Secretary of the Treasury to permit an election relating to property transferred in connection with services to be made in electronic form.

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