Energy Burden Tax Credit Act
This bill creates a new federal tax credit for low-to-moderate income homeowners to offset energy costs. It allows a 75% credit for energy expenses (heating/cooling) exceeding 3% of a taxpayer’s modified adjusted gross income, capped at $1,500 annually ($3,000 for joint filers), and only applies to principal residences. The credit is available to individuals with modified AGI under $75,000 ($150,000 for joint returns), beginning in 2025 and expiring after 2027. It directly affects eligible homeowners facing high energy bills relative to their income, without altering other tax provisions.
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