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Tax Simplification for Americans Abroad: New Forms and Rules

This act aims to simplify tax filing for U.S. citizens living abroad. It introduces a new, simpler tax form that replaces many existing complex documents. These changes are intended to reduce administrative and financial burdens for individuals meeting specific income criteria.
Key points
A new, simplified tax form (similar to Form 1040-EZ) for Americans living abroad, replacing numerous existing forms.
Expansion of the definition of foreign earned income, potentially allowing more income to be excluded from U.S. taxation.
Increased thresholds for reporting foreign assets and exemption of certain small accounts from reporting requirements.
Requirement for foreign financial institutions to provide copies of account reports to their account holders.
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Print number: 118_HR_5432
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Process start date: 2023-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tax Simplification for Americans Abroad Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5432.

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 2023-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new, simplified tax form (similar to Form 1040-EZ) for Americans living abroad, replacing numerous existing forms.
  • Expansion of the definition of foreign earned income, potentially allowing more income to be excluded from U.S. taxation.
  • Increased thresholds for reporting foreign assets and exemption of certain small accounts from reporting requirements.
  • Requirement for foreign financial institutions to provide copies of account reports to their account holders.
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. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

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

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