House Bill 5872
118th Congress(2023-2024)
Stop Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Oct 2, 2023
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
5872
Congress
118
Policy Area
Taxation
Taxation
Primary focus of measure is all aspects of income, excise, property, inheritance, and employment taxes; tax administration and collection. Measures concerning state and local finance may fall under Economics and Public Finance policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Stop Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act
This bill postpones certain tax filing deadlines for U.S. nationals and their spouses who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad or held hostage abroad. It also allows for a refund and abatement of penalties and fines paid by detained individuals.
October 2, 2023
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10/02/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
10/02/2023
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Apr 15, 2024 5:15:18 PM