Congress·In Committee·H.R. 5881
Double Dependents Relief Act
Congress Proposes New Tax Credit to Help Working Families Pay for Long-Term Care Costs
Part of: Bipartisan Bill Proposes $2,000 Tax Credit for Family Caregivers Starting 2027
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Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
House
Key Points
- Creates a new federal tax credit for working people who pay out-of-pocket to care for a spouse or close family member with long-term care needs.
- The credit is worth 30% of qualifying caregiving costs above $2,000, capped at $10,000 per year (with later inflation adjustments).
- To qualify, you must have earned income over $7,500, have a qualifying child as a dependent, and have a licensed health care practitioner certify the care recipient’s long-term needs.
- Covered costs can include in-home help, home changes, transportation, supplies, respite care, caregiver training/support, and even some lost wages for unpaid time off (with employer verification).
- Higher-income households get less: the credit starts phasing down above $150,000 (married filing jointly) or $75,000 (others), and you must list ID numbers for the care recipient and the certifying practitioner on your tax return.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
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Mixed Impacts(3)
Positive Impacts(6)
Milestones
2 milestones2 actions
Oct 31, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Oct 31, 2025
Introduced in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Double Dependents Relief Act
Bill NumberHR 5881
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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