Provides gross income tax deduction for expenses incurred by disabled veterans for service animals.
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This bill provides a gross income tax deduction for disabled veterans who own service animals. Eligible veterans can deduct up to $5,000 per year for expenses related to purchasing, training, or maintaining the animal, including food, grooming, and veterinary care. The deduction applies to expenses not already covered as medical expenses under existing law. The bill also defines ‘disabled veteran’ and ‘service animal’ according to federal standards.
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