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Suspend Income Tax During Government Shutdown

This legal act aims to suspend federal individual income tax collection during a partial or full government shutdown. This means citizens will not be liable for income taxes on wages during such periods, and no penalties or interest will accrue. Furloughed federal employees and contractors will also not have their backpay subjected to federal income taxes.
Key points
No federal income tax on wages during a government shutdown.
No penalties or interest on federal income tax payments during a shutdown.
Backpay for furloughed federal employees and contractors will be tax-free.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5695
Sponsor: Rep. Bresnahan, Robert P. [R-PA-8]
Process start date: 2025-10-06