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HR 5655 United States House · 118th Congress

Bryson Fitch Fishermen Protection Act

Summary
Bryson Fitch Fishermen Protection Act This bill allows a business-related tax credit for up to 50% of costs incurred for the purchase of personal locator beacons (PLBs) on a commercial vessel that has such beacons for every individual aboard the vessel. It also allows an income tax credit for individual taxpayers who purchase a PLB for use on a commercial vessel that does not have PLBs for every individual on board. The credits expire in taxable years beginning after 2028.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits for PLB purchases on commercial vessels, reducing tax liability for businesses and individuals - direct tax relief under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides tax credits for purchasing personal locator beacons on commercial vessels, enhancing workplace safety for fishermen by ensuring every individual aboard has safety equipment.85% confidence
Sub-Topics: Income Tax Tax Credits
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2023
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Introduced Sep 21, 2023 Last action Sep 21, 2023
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Sep 21, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Sep 21, 2023
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Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
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