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Easier Access to Free Tax Help for Service Members

This act aims to increase awareness among service members about available free tax preparation assistance programs, such as MilTax. This will make it easier for service members to access professional support for their tax filings, potentially leading to savings and simplifying their tax obligations.
Key points
Service members will receive annual written notices about available tax assistance programs, including MilTax.
Notices will be sent by mail, email, or delivered in person by March 1st each year.
The Department of Defense will be required to report on the participation rates of service members in these programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4631
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2023-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MilTax Awareness Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4631.

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 2023-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Service members will receive annual written notices about available tax assistance programs, including MilTax.
  • Notices will be sent by mail, email, or delivered in person by March 1st each year.
  • The Department of Defense will be required to report on the participation rates of service members in these programs.
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. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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