Prioritizing Troops Over Tax Collectors Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:53:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 161 Prioritizing Troops Over Tax Collectors Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Taxation. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 161

Bill 118 hr 161, also known as the Prioritizing Troops Over Tax Collectors Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to prioritize the needs of military service members over those of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) when it comes to certain tax collection activities.

Specifically, the bill aims to prevent the IRS from taking certain enforcement actions against military service members who are deployed or serving in combat zones. This includes actions such as levying bank accounts, garnishing wages, or seizing property in order to collect unpaid taxes.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that military service members are provided with adequate support and resources to help them meet their tax obligations while serving their country. This includes providing access to tax assistance services, education on tax laws and requirements, and assistance in resolving any tax issues that may arise. Overall, the Prioritizing Troops Over Tax Collectors Act of 2023 seeks to ensure that military service members are able to focus on their duties without the added stress of dealing with tax collection activities. It is aimed at providing support and protection for those who sacrifice so much to defend our country.

Congressional Summary of HR 161

Prioritizing Troops Over Tax Collectors Act of 2023

This bill establishes the rate of basic pay for a member of the uniformed services at the minimum amount of $31,200. It transfers unobligated amounts made available to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 for enforcement activities to pay for the increase in basic pay.

The bill also prohibits the IRS from hiring additional employees until the increase in the rate of basic pay is implemented.

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Current Status of Bill HR 161

Bill HR 161 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 161 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 161's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 161

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 161

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

- Department of Defense

- Executive agency funding and structure

- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management

- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

- Wages and earnings

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 161

Prioritizing Troops Over Tax Collectors Act of 2023

To transfer funds from the Internal Revenue Service to the Department of Defense to increase the pay of certain members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty.