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Stop Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act of 2025
4/1/2025, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1868
Bill 119 hr 1868, also known as the "Hostage Relief Act," aims to provide relief to United States nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad. The bill proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to postpone tax deadlines for individuals who are in such situations.
Additionally, the bill seeks to reimburse any late fees that may have been incurred by these individuals as a result of their detainment or hostage situation. This reimbursement would help alleviate some of the financial burden that these individuals may face during such difficult circumstances.
The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to providing support and assistance to individuals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad. These provisions are aimed at ensuring that these individuals receive the necessary assistance and support to help them navigate the challenges they may face during their detainment or hostage situation. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1868 is a measure that seeks to provide much-needed relief and support to United States nationals who find themselves in difficult and dangerous situations while abroad. By postponing tax deadlines and reimbursing late fees, this bill aims to alleviate some of the financial burdens that these individuals may face, while also providing additional support and assistance to help them through these challenging times.
Additionally, the bill seeks to reimburse any late fees that may have been incurred by these individuals as a result of their detainment or hostage situation. This reimbursement would help alleviate some of the financial burden that these individuals may face during such difficult circumstances.
The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to providing support and assistance to individuals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad. These provisions are aimed at ensuring that these individuals receive the necessary assistance and support to help them navigate the challenges they may face during their detainment or hostage situation. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1868 is a measure that seeks to provide much-needed relief and support to United States nationals who find themselves in difficult and dangerous situations while abroad. By postponing tax deadlines and reimbursing late fees, this bill aims to alleviate some of the financial burdens that these individuals may face, while also providing additional support and assistance to help them through these challenging times.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1868
Bill HR 1868 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 5, 2025. Bill HR 1868 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 5, 2025. Bill HR 1868's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of March 5, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1868
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
5Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1868
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1868
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to postpone tax deadlines and reimburse paid late fees for United States nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad, and for other purposes.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to postpone tax deadlines and reimburse paid late fees for United States nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1868
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