Support for Working Families, Veterans, and Small Businesses; Fentanyl and Package Theft Measures.
This Act introduces a tax credit for employers hiring military spouses and mandates annual mental health consultations for veterans receiving disability compensation for mental health issues. It also strengthens federal law against package theft delivered by interstate carriers before the recipient takes possession. Furthermore, it establishes a high-level task force dedicated to improving the standard of living and affordability for working families.
Key points
Employers can claim a tax credit for hiring military spouses, aiming to boost their employment opportunities.
Veterans receiving compensation for service-connected mental health disabilities will be offered annual mental health check-ups and outreach regarding available services.
New federal protections are established against the theft of packages delivered by private carriers (addressing "porch piracy").
An interagency task force is created to identify and recommend solutions for challenges faced by working families, such as affordability and childcare.
Status:
Introduced
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