HR 6177
Members of Congress Tax Liability and Garnishment Accountability Act of 2020
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```json { "summary": "This bill, the Members of Congress Tax Liability and Garnishment Accountability Act of 2020, requires U.S. Representatives and Senators to publicly disclose any outstanding tax debts or wage garnishments in their annual financial disclosures. It also establishes a system where Congress members who fail to make arrangements to pay delinquent taxes within 30 days of notification will have their salaries held in escrow until the debt is repaid. Furthermore, the bill mandates that Congress reports on any instances where salaries have been withheld due to tax liabilities or garnishments. Finally, it updates reporting requirements to include information about garnished compensation.", "keyProvisions": [ "Requires Members of Congress to disclose delinquent tax liabil
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Kevin McCarthy
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