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This week I’ve been working on a number of proposals to help American families keep more of their hard earned money while the tax code simpler and more beneficial for those building our communities.
First, I introduced the Permanent Tax Cuts for American Families Act make permanent the enhanced standard deduction established by the Tax Cuts and Job Act of 2017 (TCJA), which is set to expire in 2025.
The enhanced standard deduction allows nearly 29 million more households to streamline their tax filing process and increase their tax-free income earnings. I have always been a tax fighter and we need tax policies that will help hard working Americans. I am eager to work on enhancing and making permanent many of the tax saving and pro-growth policies created by the TCJA.
Second, I joined Reps. Blake Moore (UT-01), Danny K. Davis (NH-01), and Chris Pappas (NH-01) to introduce the bipartisan Charitable Act, which will empower Americans to contribute to charitable causes and support local communities. The bill is endorsed by more than 100 nonprofits.
The Charitable Act extends and expands the expired charitable deduction for those who do not itemize on their tax returns, ensuring that every American who donates or tithes is able to benefit from both the standard deduction and the charitable deduction.
Churches, faith-based organizations, and charities provide vital services and support in Orange County and across the country. Our legislation will empower more constituents to give to their local charities by ensuring our tax code rewards generosity. These groups are irreplaceably rooted on the front lines of their neighborhoods, protecting and assisting those most in need. I am proud to work with my colleagues to help these vital charities and our communities thrive. |