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No 2021 Recovery Rebates for Prisoners.

This law amends existing tax code to prevent individuals incarcerated for the entirety of 2021 from receiving the 2021 Recovery Rebates. For joint tax filers where one spouse is incarcerated, the rebate amount will be halved. These changes are effective retroactively to the original American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
Key points
Individuals incarcerated for all of 2021 are not eligible for the 2021 Recovery Rebates.
For joint tax returns, if one spouse is incarcerated, the rebate amount will be reduced.
The changes are effective retroactively to the original enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
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Additional Information
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that the 2021 Recovery Rebates are not provided to prisoners.
Print number: S 798
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about No 2021 Recovery Rebates for Prisoners.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 798.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals incarcerated for all of 2021 are not eligible for the 2021 Recovery Rebates.
  • For joint tax returns, if one spouse is incarcerated, the rebate amount will be reduced.
  • The changes are effective retroactively to the original enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act of 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 Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 798

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