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Tax Relief for Disaster Mitigation Payments

This act allows citizens to exclude from their taxable income any money received from state-based programs for protecting their homes against natural disasters like windstorms, earthquakes, or wildfires. This means if you get financial help to strengthen your property, you won't pay income tax on that amount. These changes apply to tax years starting from 2021, and individuals can claim this exclusion retroactively.
Key points
Money received for property improvements to reduce damage from windstorms, earthquakes, or wildfires is tax-free.
This applies to funds from state or local programs designed for disaster mitigation.
The changes are effective for tax years beginning after December 31, 2020, allowing for retroactive claims.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1849
Sponsor: Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1]
Process start date: 2025-03-05