S 4497 United States Senate · 119th Congress

Tax Relief for First Responder Beneficiaries Act

The Tax Relief for First Responder Beneficiaries Act expands tax exemptions for public safety officers and their families starting in 2023. It allows surviving beneficiaries, not just dependents, to exclude certain compensation from their taxable income. Additionally, the bill permits children or beneficiaries of life insurance policies and benefit plans to receive survivor annuity benefits without tax penalties. These changes directly affect first responders and the individuals who rely on their insurance and pension plans after the officers pass away.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 12, 2026 Last action May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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May 12, 2026
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