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State Tax Freedom Act: Ending Tax Cut Prohibition for States

This act removes the ban on states and territories lowering taxes after receiving coronavirus relief funds. This means local governments can now more freely decide on tax policies, potentially affecting the amount of state and local taxes citizens pay. Additionally, the act provides refunds to states that were previously required to repay funds due to tax reductions.
Key points
States and territories can lower taxes without losing federal coronavirus relief funds.
States that previously repaid funds for lowering taxes will receive refunds.
Federal funds cannot be used for pension fund deposits.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2189
Sponsor: Rep. Brady, Kevin [R-TX-8]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

State Tax Freedom Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2189.

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 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States and territories can lower taxes without losing federal coronavirus relief funds.
  • States that previously repaid funds for lowering taxes will receive refunds.
  • Federal funds cannot be used for pension fund deposits.
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. Brady, Kevin [R-TX-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

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

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Taxes Economy Local Government