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Tax Credit for Donations to Workforce Training Programs

This new law introduces a tax credit for individuals who make charitable donations to organizations providing workforce development and apprenticeship training programs. Citizens can reduce their income tax while supporting skill development and access to vocational education. The maximum credit is $1,700 per year and cannot be combined with other deductions for the same donation.
Key points
You can receive a tax credit of up to $1,700 annually for cash donations to workforce training organizations.
Donations must be exclusively used for workforce development or apprenticeship training programs.
This credit cannot be combined with other tax deductions for the same contribution.
Any unused credit can be carried forward for up to five subsequent tax years.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5493
Sponsor: Rep. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11]
Process start date: 2025-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

USA Workforce Investment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5493.

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 2025-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • You can receive a tax credit of up to $1,700 annually for cash donations to workforce training organizations.
  • Donations must be exclusively used for workforce development or apprenticeship training programs.
  • This credit cannot be combined with other tax deductions for the same contribution.
  • Any unused credit can be carried forward for up to five subsequent tax years.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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