Bills · HR 4644
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4644Taxation
ABLE Employment Flexibility Act
INTRO JUL 23· LAST ACTION JUL 23
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it removes a significant barrier for people with disabilities who want to save money and work. Currently, many individuals with disabilities rely on means-tested government benefits, which means having too much in savings or income can make them lose that essential support. ABLE accounts were created to address this by allowing limited savings without affecting benefits, but employer retirement contributions haven't always fit neatly into this system.
If this bill becomes law, it empowers individuals with disabilities to build financial security by directing employer contributions into an ABLE account, where the money can grow tax-free and be used for qualified disability expenses without penalty. This encourages employment and greater independence, as people won't have to choose between saving for retirement and maintaining their vital benefits. If it doesn't pass, these individuals will continue to face challenges in balancing employer-sponsored savings with benefit eligibility, potentially limiting their long-term financial stability and independence.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows eligible employees with ABLE accounts to elect that employer retirement contributions be made to their ABLE account instead of a traditional retirement plan.
This provides a crucial new savings option for individuals with disabilities, enabling them to build wealth while retaining vital government benefits.
PROVISION 02
Ensures that these employer contributions to ABLE accounts do not count as income or resources for federal means-tested benefit programs.
This protection prevents individuals from losing essential benefits like Medicaid or SSI when they save through their employer.
PROVISION 03
Clarifies that employers can deduct these ABLE contributions as a business expense, and that these contributions are treated as if made by the beneficiary for ABLE account limits.
This provides tax benefits for employers and ensures the contributions align with ABLE account rules for the individual.
PROVISION 04
Requires the U.S. Treasury Department to issue model amendments for retirement plans to easily incorporate this new employer contribution option.
This helps employers implement the changes efficiently, making it easier for them to offer this flexibility to their employees.
SPONSORSHIP
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D· Kansas
YRS IN OFFICE
7
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 23
Introduced in House
JUL 23
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4644
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last actionJul 23, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025
House BillHR 4644Taxation
ABLE Employment Flexibility Act
INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 23, 2025
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
5
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