Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act
Rep. Steube Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Provide Tax Relief for Disaster and Wildfire Victims
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.
Part of: story →Companion bill: Sen. Rick Scott Pushes Bill to Make Wildfire Relief Tax-Free and Expand Disaster Deductions →Legislative Progress
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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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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3107-3108)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5366.
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Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act
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