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Helping More Families Save Act
4/5/2024, 12:44 PM
Summary of Bill S 3904
Bill 118 s 3904, also known as the Helping More Families Save Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to encourage more families to save for their future by expanding access to retirement savings accounts.
One of the key provisions of the Helping More Families Save Act is the creation of a new type of retirement account called the Universal Savings Account (USA). This account would allow individuals to contribute up to $2,500 per year on a tax-free basis. The funds in the USA could be used for any purpose, not just retirement, making it a flexible savings option for families.
Additionally, the bill aims to simplify the process of saving for retirement by consolidating various existing retirement accounts, such as 401(k)s and IRAs, into a single, streamlined account. This would make it easier for individuals to track and manage their retirement savings. The Helping More Families Save Act also includes provisions to incentivize employers to offer retirement savings plans to their employees. This could include tax credits or other financial incentives for businesses that provide retirement benefits to their workers. Overall, the Helping More Families Save Act is designed to make it easier and more attractive for families to save for their future. By expanding access to retirement savings accounts, simplifying the savings process, and incentivizing employers to offer retirement benefits, this bill aims to help more Americans achieve financial security in their later years.
One of the key provisions of the Helping More Families Save Act is the creation of a new type of retirement account called the Universal Savings Account (USA). This account would allow individuals to contribute up to $2,500 per year on a tax-free basis. The funds in the USA could be used for any purpose, not just retirement, making it a flexible savings option for families.
Additionally, the bill aims to simplify the process of saving for retirement by consolidating various existing retirement accounts, such as 401(k)s and IRAs, into a single, streamlined account. This would make it easier for individuals to track and manage their retirement savings. The Helping More Families Save Act also includes provisions to incentivize employers to offer retirement savings plans to their employees. This could include tax credits or other financial incentives for businesses that provide retirement benefits to their workers. Overall, the Helping More Families Save Act is designed to make it easier and more attractive for families to save for their future. By expanding access to retirement savings accounts, simplifying the savings process, and incentivizing employers to offer retirement benefits, this bill aims to help more Americans achieve financial security in their later years.
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Current Status of Bill S 3904
Bill S 3904 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2024. Bill S 3904 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 11, 2024. Bill S 3904's most recent activity was Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. as of March 12, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3904
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3904
Primary Policy Focus
Housing and Community DevelopmentAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3904
Helping More Families Save Act
Helping More Families Save Act
A bill to establish a pilot program to improve the family self-sufficiency program, and for other purposes.
A bill to establish a pilot program to improve the family self-sufficiency program, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3904
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