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CA AB2591
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jasmeet Bains
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AI Summary
- Increases California's standard deduction to equal the federal poverty level starting July 1, 2027, up from the current $5,706 for individuals and $11,412 for married couples/heads of household
- Sets the standard deduction for single filers at the one-person federal poverty level ($15,650 in 2025), for heads of household at the two-person level, and for married couples at their actual household size
- Eliminates the current inflation adjustment formula tied to the California Consumer Price Index, replacing it with automatic annual updates based on federal poverty guidelines
- Requires the Franchise Tax Board to publish updated federal poverty line figures on its website annually starting July 1, 2027
- Takes effect immediately as a tax levy upon enactment
Legislative Description
Personal income tax: standard deduction: federal poverty level.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on REV. & TAX.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Revenue and Taxation3/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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