Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2025
Rep. Steube Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Provide Tax Relief for Disaster and Wildfire Victims
Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act
The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2025 is currently moving through the House Ways and Means Committee. The committee recently voted to approve the bill, meaning it is now ready to be reported to the full House for further consideration. It is actively moving forward with no further committee actions scheduled at this time.
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Renters who lose personal belongings in a major disaster could also claim casualty loss deductions on top of the standard deduction. While renters typically have smaller property losses than homeowners, items like furniture, vehicles, electronics, and clothing can still add up to thousands of dollars. This provision helps renters who might otherwise get no tax relief.
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Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 525.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 119-605.
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
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Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act
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