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Proposal to Repeal US Income Tax

This legislative proposal aims to remove the Sixteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which currently allows the federal government to collect income tax. If passed, citizens would no longer pay federal income tax, except during a declared war. This change could significantly impact personal finances and how the government is funded.
Key points
Abolition of federal income tax for citizens and businesses, except during a declared war.
Requires ratification by three-fourths of the states within seven years of submission.
Changes would take effect two years after ratification, with the Treasury Secretary providing an implementation plan.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HJRES_92
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Barry [R-AL-2]
Process start date: 2022-08-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to repeal the sixteenth article of amendment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HJRES_92.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-08-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Abolition of federal income tax for citizens and businesses, except during a declared war.
  • Requires ratification by three-fourths of the states within seven years of submission.
  • Changes would take effect two years after ratification, with the Treasury Secretary providing an implementation plan.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Moore, Barry [R-AL-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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