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A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make certain provisions with respect to qualified ABLE programs permanent.
7/12/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4539
Bill 118 s 4539, also known as the ABLE Age Adjustment Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 in order to make certain provisions related to qualified Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) programs permanent.
ABLE programs are tax-advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities and their families. These accounts allow individuals to save money for disability-related expenses without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
The bill specifically focuses on making the age adjustment provisions of ABLE programs permanent. Currently, individuals with disabilities must have developed their disability before the age of 26 in order to be eligible for an ABLE account. This bill seeks to remove the age limit, allowing individuals who acquire a disability later in life to still benefit from the program. By making these provisions permanent, the ABLE Age Adjustment Act aims to provide individuals with disabilities greater financial security and independence, while also ensuring that they can continue to access the resources they need to live fulfilling lives.
ABLE programs are tax-advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities and their families. These accounts allow individuals to save money for disability-related expenses without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
The bill specifically focuses on making the age adjustment provisions of ABLE programs permanent. Currently, individuals with disabilities must have developed their disability before the age of 26 in order to be eligible for an ABLE account. This bill seeks to remove the age limit, allowing individuals who acquire a disability later in life to still benefit from the program. By making these provisions permanent, the ABLE Age Adjustment Act aims to provide individuals with disabilities greater financial security and independence, while also ensuring that they can continue to access the resources they need to live fulfilling lives.
Current Status of Bill S 4539
Bill S 4539 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2024. Bill S 4539 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 13, 2024. Bill S 4539's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of June 13, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4539
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
32Democrat Cosponsors
20Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4539
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4539
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make certain provisions with respect to qualified ABLE programs permanent.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make certain provisions with respect to qualified ABLE programs permanent.
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