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Guaranteed Income and Tax Credit Act: SUPPORT Act of 2021

This bill aims to establish a federal guaranteed income program and a new tax credit. Citizens could receive regular cash payments and benefit from a new tax relief, intended to improve their financial well-being. Additionally, the act proposes creating special bank accounts at the Federal Reserve to facilitate access to financial services.
Key points
Establishment of an Office of Guaranteed Income Programs within the Treasury Department to oversee pilot programs and implement a federal tax credit.
Implementation of a 5-year pilot program providing grants to local governments and financial institutions for regular cash payments to residents.
Creation of a new guaranteed income tax credit, potentially providing $14,400 annually plus $600 per dependent under 18, with options for advance payments.
Payments from the pilot program will not be counted as income for eligibility in other federal assistance programs for 12 months from receipt.
Creation of FedAccounts – personal, no-fee central bank accounts supported by Federal Reserve banks, accessible to all US residents and businesses, with payment disbursement through postal facilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4895
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Process start date: 2021-07-30