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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow an increased dollar limitation for section 179 property placed in service in the trade or business of farming.
10/7/2024, 9:48 PM
Summary of Bill HR 9761
Bill 118 hr 9761, also known as the "Section 179 for Farmers Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a higher dollar limitation for section 179 property that is used in the trade or business of farming.
Currently, section 179 of the Internal Revenue Code allows businesses to deduct the cost of certain property, such as equipment and machinery, in the year it is placed in service rather than depreciating it over time. This deduction is subject to a dollar limitation, which is currently set at $1,050,000 for the 2021 tax year.
The proposed bill seeks to increase this dollar limitation specifically for farmers, recognizing the unique needs and challenges faced by those in the agricultural industry. By allowing farmers to deduct a higher amount of section 179 property, they will be able to invest in new equipment and technology to improve their operations and remain competitive in the market. Overall, the Section 179 for Farmers Act aims to support and incentivize the growth and success of the farming industry by providing tax relief to farmers who invest in their businesses.
Currently, section 179 of the Internal Revenue Code allows businesses to deduct the cost of certain property, such as equipment and machinery, in the year it is placed in service rather than depreciating it over time. This deduction is subject to a dollar limitation, which is currently set at $1,050,000 for the 2021 tax year.
The proposed bill seeks to increase this dollar limitation specifically for farmers, recognizing the unique needs and challenges faced by those in the agricultural industry. By allowing farmers to deduct a higher amount of section 179 property, they will be able to invest in new equipment and technology to improve their operations and remain competitive in the market. Overall, the Section 179 for Farmers Act aims to support and incentivize the growth and success of the farming industry by providing tax relief to farmers who invest in their businesses.
Congressional Summary of HR 9761
This bill increases the limitation on the deduction for business expenses related to depreciable assets under Internal Revenue Code §179 (expense deduction) for qualified property placed into service by a taxpayer in the trade or business of farming (qualified farming property). The expense deduction limit is increased for qualified farming property to $1,500,000 from $1,250,000 (in 2025) and is adjusted for inflation for tax years beginning after 2025.
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Current Status of Bill HR 9761
Bill HR 9761 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 23, 2024. Bill HR 9761 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 23, 2024. Bill HR 9761's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of September 23, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9761
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9761
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9761
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow an increased dollar limitation for section 179 property placed in service in the trade or business of farming.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow an increased dollar limitation for section 179 property placed in service in the trade or business of farming.
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