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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

House BillHR 2036Taxation

Credit for Caring Act of 2025

INTRO MAR 11· LAST ACTION MAR 11

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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Voters should care about this bill because it directly addresses the growing financial strain on family caregivers in the U.S. As the population ages, more and more families are finding themselves in the role of unpaid caregivers, often incurring significant costs for medical supplies, transportation, modifications to their homes, or hiring help.

If this bill becomes law, it would offer tangible financial relief to these working families, potentially freeing up funds for other necessities or allowing them to afford better care options. Without such a law, many caregivers would continue to face difficult choices between their careers and their loved ones' needs, or struggle to cover essential care expenses, which can lead to financial hardship and increased stress for families.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Establishes a new tax credit for eligible working family caregivers.

This provides direct financial assistance to individuals who balance work with caregiving responsibilities.

PROVISION 02

The credit equals 30% of qualified expenses exceeding $2,000, capped at $5,000 per year, with inflation adjustments starting in 2026.

This sets the financial benefit amount and ensures it remains relevant over time.

PROVISION 03

Defines an 'eligible caregiver' as someone with over $7,500 in earned income who pays qualified expenses for a 'qualified care recipient'.

This clarifies who can claim the credit, focusing on working individuals with documented caregiving costs.

PROVISION 04

Defines a 'qualified care recipient' as a spouse or specific relative certified by a health practitioner as having long-term care needs for at least 180 days.

This ensures the credit is targeted towards caregivers of individuals with significant, ongoing care requirements.

PROVISION 05

Broadly defines 'qualified expenses' to include goods, services, and supports for daily living, as well as caregiver-specific costs like respite care, counseling, lost wages, and travel.

This recognizes the wide range of costs associated with caregiving, including the often-overlooked expenses borne directly by the caregiver.

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MAR 11

Introduced in House

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MAR 11

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 2036

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedMar 11, 2025

Last actionMar 11, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 11, 2025

House BillHR 2036Taxation

Credit for Caring Act of 2025

INTRODUCED MAR 11, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 11, 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Establishes a new tax credit for eligible working family caregivers.

This provides direct financial assistance to individuals who balance work with caregiving responsibilities.

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The credit equals 30% of qualified expenses exceeding $2,000, capped at $5,000 per year, with inflation adjustments starting in 2026.

This sets the financial benefit amount and ensures it remains relevant over time.

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Defines an 'eligible caregiver' as someone with over $7,500 in earned income who pays qualified expenses for a 'qualified care recipient'.

This clarifies who can claim the credit, focusing on working individuals with documented caregiving costs.

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Defines a 'qualified care recipient' as a spouse or specific relative certified by a health practitioner as having long-term care needs for at least 180 days.

This ensures the credit is targeted towards caregivers of individuals with significant, ongoing care requirements.

high

Broadly defines 'qualified expenses' to include goods, services, and supports for daily living, as well as caregiver-specific costs like respite care, counseling, lost wages, and travel.

This recognizes the wide range of costs associated with caregiving, including the often-overlooked expenses borne directly by the caregiver.

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Before the tax return due date for the relevant taxable year.

Care recipient certification must be made by a licensed health care practitioner before the tax return due date, within a 39.5-month period ending on that due date.

Taxable years beginning after 2025.

The maximum credit amount will begin to be adjusted for inflation.

GLOSSARY

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Tax Credit: A reduction in the amount of tax owed. Unlike a deduction, which reduces taxable income, a credit directly reduces the tax bill dollar for dollar.
Eligible Caregiver: An individual who provides care for a qualified care recipient, pays related expenses, and has earned income above a certain amount ($7,500 in this bill).
Qualified Care Recipient: A spouse or close relative certified by a healthcare professional as needing long-term care due to an inability to perform daily activities or severe cognitive impairment, for at least 180 days.
Qualified Expenses: Costs paid for goods, services, and support that assist a qualified care recipient with daily living, as well as specific caregiver-related costs like respite care, counseling, lost wages, and travel.
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Basic self-care tasks that people typically perform every day, such as eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring (moving from bed to chair), and continence.
Internal Revenue Code of 1986: The main body of tax laws in the United States, which this bill proposes to change.

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MAR 11, 25

Introduced in House

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MAR 11, 25

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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