H.R. 809 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To make permanent the individual income tax rates for capital gains and dividends.
H.R. 809 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Feb 15, 2005, sponsored by Eric Cantor with 122 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
- Feb 15, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 122
- Policy area
- Taxation
What it does
Amends the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003 to make the reductions in capital gains rates permanent.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Eric Cantor (R-VA). Co-sponsors: 122 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 15, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (Feb 15, 2005)
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