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Extending Empowerment Zone Tax Benefits to the District of Columbia.

This bill extends federal tax benefits typically reserved for designated economic development areas (Empowerment Zones) to the District of Columbia. This change allows businesses and residents in D.C. to access specific tax incentives aimed at stimulating investment and job creation. The goal is to boost economic activity within the capital.
Key points
The District of Columbia (or its largest qualifying area) will be treated as an "empowerment zone" for federal tax purposes.
This change grants businesses and investors in D.C. access to tax relief designed to encourage economic development.
The new tax rules will take effect for periods beginning after December 31, 2025.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6537
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain tax benefits related to empowerment zones to the District of Columbia.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6537.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The District of Columbia (or its largest qualifying area) will be treated as an "empowerment zone" for federal tax purposes.
  • This change grants businesses and investors in D.C. access to tax relief designed to encourage economic development.
  • The new tax rules will take effect for periods beginning after December 31, 2025.
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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

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 2025-12-31.

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.

CATEGORIES

Taxes Economy