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Payroll Tax Suspension for 2021-2022

This bill proposes to suspend the collection of payroll taxes for the years 2021 and 2022. This means that employees and employers would not have to pay these taxes during this period, potentially increasing citizens' net income. Funds normally derived from these taxes would be transferred to social security trust funds from general government funds to avoid impacting benefits.
Key points
No collection of payroll taxes for employees and employers in 2021 and 2022.
Potentially higher net wages for employees due to no deductions for these taxes.
Social security trust funds (retirement, disability, health) would be funded from the general treasury to ensure benefit continuity.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6924
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-4]
Process start date: 2022-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pandemic Payroll Tax Suspension Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6924.

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 2022-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No collection of payroll taxes for employees and employers in 2021 and 2022.
  • Potentially higher net wages for employees due to no deductions for these taxes.
  • Social security trust funds (retirement, disability, health) would be funded from the general treasury to ensure benefit continuity.
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. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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