This bill proposes a substantial increase in the additional standard deduction for seniors under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Specifically, it amends section 63(f)(1) to raise this deduction from the current $600 to $5,000 . Furthermore, the legislation introduces a new provision for inflation adjustment , ensuring the increased deduction maintains its value over time. This adjustment will apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, using a cost-of-living index tied to calendar year 2025. The bill also includes conforming amendments to other parts of Section 63 to properly integrate these changes. These amendments are designed to provide enhanced tax relief for seniors, taking effect for taxable years starting after December 31, 2025.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Taxation
Bonus Tax Relief for America’s Seniors Act
USA119th CongressHR-1130| House
| Updated: 2/7/2025
This bill proposes a substantial increase in the additional standard deduction for seniors under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Specifically, it amends section 63(f)(1) to raise this deduction from the current $600 to $5,000 . Furthermore, the legislation introduces a new provision for inflation adjustment , ensuring the increased deduction maintains its value over time. This adjustment will apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, using a cost-of-living index tied to calendar year 2025. The bill also includes conforming amendments to other parts of Section 63 to properly integrate these changes. These amendments are designed to provide enhanced tax relief for seniors, taking effect for taxable years starting after December 31, 2025.