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Tax Deduction for Volunteer Firefighters and Emergency Personnel Service

This bill introduces a new tax deduction for individuals volunteering as firefighters, emergency medical, or rescue personnel. Each hour of qualified volunteer service will be treated as a $20 charitable contribution, directly reducing the volunteer's taxable income. This provides a financial benefit to those who dedicate their time to public safety and encourages greater participation in essential emergency services.
Key points
Volunteers can deduct $20 for every hour of qualified service (firefighting, emergency medical, search and rescue, civil air patrol).
The maximum annual deduction is capped at 300 hours per individual, totaling up to $6,000 per year.
The deduction is available even for taxpayers who do not itemize their deductions.
The $20 amount will be adjusted annually for inflation starting in the 2025 tax year.
The changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2023.
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Print number: 118_HR_3104
Sponsor: Rep. Molinaro, Marcus J. [R-NY-19]
Process start date: 2023-05-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Helping Our Heroes Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3104.

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 2023-05-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Volunteers can deduct $20 for every hour of qualified service (firefighting, emergency medical, search and rescue, civil air patrol).
  • The maximum annual deduction is capped at 300 hours per individual, totaling up to $6,000 per year.
  • The deduction is available even for taxpayers who do not itemize their deductions.
  • The $20 amount will be adjusted annually for inflation starting in the 2025 tax year.
  • The changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2023.
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. Molinaro, Marcus J. [R-NY-19].

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 2025-12-30.

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