Tax Relief for Workers: Deduction for Bonuses up to 15% of Wages.
This Act establishes a new tax deduction allowing employees to subtract a portion of their received bonuses from their taxable income. This aims to increase the take-home value of bonuses for low and middle-income workers. The deduction is capped at 15% of the individual's non-bonus wages and is subject to specific income limits based on filing status.
Key points
New Tax Deduction: You can deduct a portion of any bonus received from your employer from your taxable income.
Deduction Limit: The maximum deductible amount is 15% of your annual non-bonus wages from the same employer.
Income Restrictions: The benefit is only available if your adjusted gross income does not exceed $200,000 (married filing jointly), $150,000 (head of household), or $100,000 (other individuals).
Accessibility: The deduction is available regardless of whether you take the standard deduction or itemize your deductions.
Expiration Date: This deduction is set to expire for amounts received after December 31, 2029.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9800
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2024-09-25