Tax Credit for Hiring Military Spouses: Boosting Employment Opportunities.
This Act amends the tax code to make employers eligible for the Work Opportunity Credit when they hire spouses of U.S. Armed Forces members. The goal is to incentivize businesses to employ military spouses, who often face employment challenges due to frequent relocations. These changes apply to wages paid or incurred after the enactment date for individuals starting work after that date.
Key points
Employers can claim a tax credit for hiring qualified military spouses.
The credit aims to increase job opportunities and financial stability for military families.
A military spouse must be certified by a designated local agency as such on the hiring date to qualify the employer for the credit.
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