H.R. 2594 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Songwriters Capital Gains Tax Equity Act
H.R. 2594 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on May 24, 2005, sponsored by Ron Lewis with 38 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 24, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 38
- Policy area
- Taxation
What it does
Songwriters Capital Gains Tax Equity Act - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to define certain self-created musical works or copyrights in musical works as capital assets eligible for capital gains tax treatment.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ron Lewis (R-KY). Co-sponsors: 18 Democrats, 20 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 24, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (May 24, 2005)
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