H.R. 863 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
STARS Act
H.R. 863 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) was introduced on Feb 11, 2015, sponsored by James B. Renacci with 82 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 11, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 82
- Policy area
- Taxation
What it does
Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality Act of 2015 or the STARS Act Amends the Internal Revenue Code to exempt seasonal employees from the definition of "full-time employee" for purposes of the employer mandate to provide employees with minimum essential health care coverage.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
James B. Renacci (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 76 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 11, 2015
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Feb 16, 2015)
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Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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