H.R. 241 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To accelerate the income tax benefits for charitable cash contributions for the relief of victims of the Indian Ocean tsunami.
H.R. 241 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jan 6, 2005, sponsored by Bill Thomas with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 6, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Taxation
- Public law
- Public Law 109-1
What it does
Allows taxpayers to deduct in 2004 charitable cash contributions made in January 2005 for the relief of victims in areas affected by the December 26, 2004, Indian Ocean tsunami.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Bill Thomas (R-CA). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 6, 2005
- Passed the HouseJan 6, 2005
- Passed the SenateJan 6, 2005
- Sent to the PresidentJan 6, 2005
- Became lawJan 7, 2005
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-1. (Jan 7, 2005)
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