Should Congress Raise the Cap on State and Local Tax (SALT) Deductions?
The bill would raise the SALT deduction cap above $10,000. Supporters cite relief in high-tax states; opponents say it mainly benefits higher earners. Where do you land?
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The case for
Raising the cap would ease the federal tax burden on residents of high-tax states.
Source: National Taxpayers Union →The case against
A higher cap disproportionately benefits higher-income households and reduces federal revenue.
Source: Tax Policy Center →My Democracy doesn’t take a side — you choose your position below, and your message carries it. Sources represent one organization on each side; they don’t reflect My Democracy’s position.
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H.R. 246: SALT Fairness for Working Families ActWhat it does
SALT Fairness for Working Families ActThis bill increases the limitation on the federal tax deduction for state and local taxes (commonly known as the SALT deduction cap) to $15,000 ($30,000 for married individuals filing a joint federal income tax return). Under current law, the SALT deduction cap is $10,000 ($5,000 for a married individuals filing separate federal income tax returns).
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (Jan 9, 2025)
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