Sen. Klobuchar Introduces AGE Act to Give Caregivers a $1,200 Tax Credit for Eldercare
The AGE Act of 2026 is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently introduced in the Senate and sent to the Committee on Finance for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
While eldercare support is popular with voters, new tax credits often struggle to pass unless they are part of a much larger budget agreement.
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Homeowners caring for elderly relatives can use this credit for environmental modifications and home modifications to make their homes safer and more accessible. These changes, like grab bars, ramps, or widened doorways, are often expensive out of pocket. The credit covers up to 20% of these costs as part of the $6,000 expense cap.
“(vii) Environmental modifications (including home modifications).”
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Introduced in Senate
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Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA) reintroduced the Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act this week. The bill establishes a federal tax credit of up to $6,000 to offset elder care expenses, including medical care, adult day care, and home modifications for seniors aging in place.
The Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act would provide a tax credit of up to $1,200 per year for eldercare expenses. The bill aims to establish a National Caregiving Resource Center and provide financial relief to the millions of Americans in the 'sandwich generation.'
For the 2026 tax year, families can look forward to enhanced credits. The AGE Act of 2026 proposes a 20% credit on the first $6,000 of eldercare expenses, with a phase-out starting at $120,000 in annual income, covering medical care, adult day care, and home safety modifications.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
AGE Act of 2026
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