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No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act
12/29/2022, 6:33 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8619
Bill 117 hr 8619, also known as the No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prevent companies from receiving tax deductions for payments made to employees who have been accused of harassment in the workplace.
The bill aims to address the issue of companies using buyouts or settlements to resolve harassment claims without holding the perpetrators accountable. By disallowing tax deductions for these payments, the bill seeks to discourage companies from engaging in this practice and instead encourage them to take appropriate action to address and prevent workplace harassment.
If passed, the No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act would have implications for both companies and individuals involved in harassment cases. Companies would no longer be able to write off these payments as business expenses, potentially leading to increased financial accountability and transparency in addressing workplace harassment. Individuals who have experienced harassment would also benefit from greater accountability and potentially more effective measures to address and prevent harassment in the workplace. Overall, the No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act represents a step towards promoting a safer and more equitable work environment by holding companies accountable for addressing workplace harassment.
The bill aims to address the issue of companies using buyouts or settlements to resolve harassment claims without holding the perpetrators accountable. By disallowing tax deductions for these payments, the bill seeks to discourage companies from engaging in this practice and instead encourage them to take appropriate action to address and prevent workplace harassment.
If passed, the No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act would have implications for both companies and individuals involved in harassment cases. Companies would no longer be able to write off these payments as business expenses, potentially leading to increased financial accountability and transparency in addressing workplace harassment. Individuals who have experienced harassment would also benefit from greater accountability and potentially more effective measures to address and prevent harassment in the workplace. Overall, the No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act represents a step towards promoting a safer and more equitable work environment by holding companies accountable for addressing workplace harassment.
Congressional Summary of HR 8619
No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act
This bill modifies the tax deduction for trade or business expenses to deny a deduction for payments made to any employee in connection with the termination of employment if a factor in the termination was sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, or workplace harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, or other specified factors.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8619
Bill HR 8619 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 29, 2022. Bill HR 8619 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 29, 2022. Bill HR 8619's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of July 29, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8619
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
36Democrat Cosponsors
36Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8619
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8619
No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act
No Tax Deductions for Workplace Harasser Buyouts Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to deny a deduction for severance payments made in connection with workplace harassment.
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