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Higher tax deductions for volunteers using their cars

This proposed law aims to increase the amount volunteers can deduct from their taxes for using their car for charitable purposes, like transporting people or delivering goods. The deduction rate is intended to match the rate used for business travel, potentially encouraging more people to volunteer.
Key points
Increases the tax deduction rate for mileage driven for charitable organizations.
The new deduction rate is intended to be the same as the business mileage rate.
Changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2021.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7432
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2022-04-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7432.

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 2022-04-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the tax deduction rate for mileage driven for charitable organizations.
  • The new deduction rate is intended to be the same as the business mileage rate.
  • Changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2021.
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. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8].

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.

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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Taxes