H.R. 3883 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Timber Tax Act of 2005
H.R. 3883 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Sep 22, 2005, sponsored by Jim McCrery III with 146 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Sep 22, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 146
- Policy area
- Taxation
What it does
Timber Tax Act of 2005 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax deduction (available to taxpayers whether or not they itemize deductions) for up to 60% of gains from certain sales or exchanges of timber.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim McCrery III (R-LA). Co-sponsors: 40 Democrats, 106 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 22, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (Sep 22, 2005)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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