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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to add a new medical research component to the credit for increasing research activities.

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7505

Bill 117 hr 7505, also known as the Medical Research Tax Credit Act, aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by adding a new medical research component to the existing credit for increasing research activities. This bill is designed to incentivize and support medical research efforts by providing tax credits to businesses and organizations engaged in medical research activities.

The proposed amendment would allow eligible businesses to claim a tax credit for a portion of the expenses incurred in conducting medical research. This credit would be in addition to the existing research and development tax credit, providing further support for companies investing in medical research.

The Medical Research Tax Credit Act seeks to encourage innovation and advancements in the field of medical research by making it more financially feasible for businesses to invest in these important endeavors. By providing tax incentives, the bill aims to spur growth and progress in the medical research industry, ultimately leading to improved healthcare outcomes and advancements in medical treatments. Overall, Bill 117 hr 7505 represents a bipartisan effort to support and promote medical research activities in the United States, with the goal of fostering innovation and progress in the field of healthcare.

Congressional Summary of HR 7505

This bill expands the tax credit for increasing research activities to add a new credit amount equal to 14% of specified medical research expenditures. The bill defines specified medical research expenditures as amounts paid or incurred for research with respect to any qualified countermeasure (i.e., a drug, biological product, or device determined to be a priority in protecting against harm from a biological agent or adverse health condition).

Current Status of Bill HR 7505

Bill HR 7505 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 14, 2022. Bill HR 7505 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 14, 2022.  Bill HR 7505's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of April 14, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7505

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 7505

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7505

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to add a new medical research component to the credit for increasing research activities.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to add a new medical research component to the credit for increasing research activities.

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