Bill · H.R. 9626· House(119-HR-9626)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to eliminate the State and local tax deduction marriage penalty.
- Introduced
- 7/9/2026
- Last activity
- 7/9/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Sponsored by
- Josh Gottheimer
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to eliminate the State and local tax deduction marriage penalty. It changes the dollar amount limits for the State and local tax deduction for joint returns and separate returns filed by married individuals. For the year 2026, joint returns are set at 200 percent of the standard dollar amount, and married individuals filing separately are set at 50 percent of that amount. The modified adjusted gross income threshold amounts are updated using a similar structure for joint returns and separate returns. Conforming amendments are also included to update filing status references throughout the relevant sections. These changes apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.
Yes· 3 of 13
Would people in middle age be better off under this?+6
Significantly benefits middle-aged married homeowners who itemize state and local taxes.
Would middle-income households be better off under this?+6
Directly aids middle-class families facing high state and local taxes.
Does this cut taxes for middle-income families?+6
The bill eliminates the SALT deduction marriage penalty, lowering tax liabilities for married couples filing jointly.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 1(a) updates the State and local tax deduction limits for joint returns to 200 percent of the standard amount for the year 2026, which may benefit married couples filing jointly by doubling the deduction limit compared to individuals.
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Section 1(b) adjusts the modified adjusted gross income threshold amount for joint returns to 200 percent of the standard amount for the year 2026, potentially allowing more married couples filing jointly to qualify.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not explicitly contain any potential negative impacts, consequences, or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Middle Aged+6Good For Middle Class Households+6Good For High Income Households+4Good For Seniors+4Good For Urban Residents+4Good For Men+3Good For Retirees+3Good For Women+3Good For High Net Worth Individuals+2Good For Rural Residents+2Good For Young Adults+2
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Middle Class Taxes+6Improves Economic Growth+1
- 7/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/9/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Introduced in House
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York