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S 536 United States Senate · 117th Congress

Blue Collar Bonus Act of 2021

Summary
Blue Collar Bonus Act of 2021 This bill allows a refundable income tax credit to supplement wages received by an individual taxpayer that are less than the median wage. The bill defines median wage as $16.50 per hour, increased by annual inflation adjustments beginning after 2021. The bill also provides for advance payments of the credit. The bill requires taxpayers to provide their Social Security account numbers on their tax returns to be eligible for the credit. The credit expires after 2023.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides refundable tax credit for low-wage workers ($16.50/hr median), reducing tax burden on lower-income earners per tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides refundable tax credit to supplement wages below $16.50/hr median wage, directly advancing worker compensation through wage supplementation.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2021
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Introduced Mar 2, 2021 Last action Mar 2, 2021
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Mar 2, 2021
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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Mar 2, 2021
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upper
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Josh Hawley
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