HR 8450
To treat certain face coverings and disinfectants as medical expenses for purposes of certain Federal tax benefits.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to help taxpayers by allowing them to deduct expenses for face coverings, disinfectants, and hand sanitizers as medical expenses on their federal income tax returns. These items are considered ‘qualified COVID-19 prevention items’ and are eligible for deduction during a specific period determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. This provision is intended to provide financial relief related to pandemic preparedness costs.
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Kendra S. Horn
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