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Summary of Bill HR 8972
The bill "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to include optional practical training for F-1 visa holders as employment for purposes of taxes under the Federal Insurance Contribution Act and the Social Security Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 21, 2026.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8972
Bill HR 8972 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8972 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8972's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of May 21, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8972
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 8972
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8972
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to include optional practical training for F-1 visa holders as employment for purposes of taxes under the Federal Insurance Contribution Act and the Social Security Act.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to include optional practical training for F-1 visa holders as employment for purposes of taxes under the Federal Insurance Contribution Act and the Social Security Act.
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Sam Deal
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2 months ago
Excited to see how this bill will impact me and others in the future! #HR8972 #FairTaxAct
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8972
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