H.R. 4997 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Fiscally Responsible Family Tax Relief Act of 2004
H.R. 4997 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jul 22, 2004, sponsored by Charlie Stenholm with 34 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jul 22, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 34
- Policy area
- Taxation
What it does
Fiscally Responsible Family Tax Relief Act of 2004 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to extend through 2005: (1) the $1,000 (per child) child tax credit amount; (2) the increased standard deduction for married taxpayers; and (3) the increased ceilings for the 15 and ten percent tax brackets for married taxpayers. Eliminates the reduction in the refundability (15 to ten percent) of the child tax credit.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Charlie Stenholm (D-TX). Co-sponsors: 34 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 22, 2004
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (Jul 22, 2004)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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