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Supporting the designation of January 31, 2025, as "Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day".
2/7/2025, 9:01 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 88
Bill 119 HRES 88, also known as the "Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day" bill, aims to designate January 31, 2025, as a day to raise awareness about the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC is a tax credit for low to moderate-income working individuals and families, designed to help alleviate poverty and encourage work.
The bill recognizes the importance of the EITC in providing financial assistance to those who need it most, and seeks to educate the public about the credit and how it can benefit eligible individuals and families. By designating January 31st as "Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day," the bill aims to increase awareness and participation in the EITC program, ultimately helping more individuals and families access the financial support they need.
Overall, Bill 119 HRES 88 is a non-partisan effort to promote awareness of the Earned Income Tax Credit and its benefits, with the goal of helping low to moderate-income individuals and families improve their financial well-being.
The bill recognizes the importance of the EITC in providing financial assistance to those who need it most, and seeks to educate the public about the credit and how it can benefit eligible individuals and families. By designating January 31st as "Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day," the bill aims to increase awareness and participation in the EITC program, ultimately helping more individuals and families access the financial support they need.
Overall, Bill 119 HRES 88 is a non-partisan effort to promote awareness of the Earned Income Tax Credit and its benefits, with the goal of helping low to moderate-income individuals and families improve their financial well-being.
Congressional Summary of HRES 88
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day. The resolution also calls for increasing awareness of (1) the earned income tax credit, which is refundable; (2) other refundable federal tax credits; and (3) free tax filing assistance.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 88
Bill HRES 88 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since January 31, 2025. Bill HRES 88 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025. Bill HRES 88's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of January 31, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 88
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
20Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 88
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 88
Supporting the designation of January 31, 2025, as "Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day".
Supporting the designation of January 31, 2025, as "Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day".
Comments
Trenton Rao
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1 year ago
I think it's great that they're making a day to raise awareness about EITC. It can really help a lot of people out there. Can't wait for it!
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 88
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