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Doubling Tax Deduction for Married Couples on State and Local Taxes

This bill increases the income tax deduction limit for married couples filing jointly. This means families can deduct more money paid for state and local taxes, potentially lowering their overall federal tax bill. These changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2020.
Key points
Married couples filing jointly can deduct twice the amount of state and local taxes than before.
The increased deduction limit may lead to lower tax bills for eligible families.
New rules are effective for income earned from January 1, 2021 onwards.
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Print number: 117_S_804
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SALT Deduction Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_804.

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:

  • Married couples filing jointly can deduct twice the amount of state and local taxes than before.
  • The increased deduction limit may lead to lower tax bills for eligible families.
  • New rules are effective for income earned from January 1, 2021 onwards.
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. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME].

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.

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