Alabama Senators Secure Key Priorities in Tax Reform Legislation
WASHINGTON — Alabama’s senators have successfully incorporated significant elements of their legislative agenda into the U.S. Senate’s updates to President Donald Trump’s tax reform proposal, but challenges remain before the bill can become law.
Senator Katie Britt, a Republican from Alabama and a staunch supporter of family-focused tax breaks, celebrated the expansion of the child and dependent care tax credit included in the Senate Finance Committee’s version of the legislation. This enhancement raises the maximum credit rate for qualifying childcare expenses from 35% to 50%, a notable improvement not seen in the House version. "An overwhelming majority of American families, 81% of parents, have called on Congress to tackle child care affordability," Britt stated. The Senate’s plan also increases the annual exclusion for dependent care assistance from $5,000 to $7,500.
Britt emphasized her commitment to advocating for families, noting the increase in the employer-provided child care tax credit from $150,000 to $500,000, alongside a cap increase for eligible child care expenses from 25% to 40%.
Meanwhile, Senator Tommy Tuberville raised concerns regarding the proposed changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Following discussions, the Senate Agriculture Committee revised provisions that would shift some state food aid costs. Alabama would now be responsible for roughly $90 million annually, based on its 7% payment error rate. States with lower error rates will incur no costs, while those with higher rates face increased financial responsibilities.
Both senators have underscored the importance of supporting families and farmers amid evolving economic challenges. They continue to advocate for policies that will boost the welfare of hardworking Alabamians as the bill progresses through Congress.
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