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MS HB42

Bill

Status

Failed

2/21/2018

Primary Sponsor

Tom Miles

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a refundable income tax credit of $500 for taxpayers who actively serve as volunteer firefighters
  • Credit is refundable, meaning taxpayers receive a refund from the Department of Revenue if the credit exceeds their income tax liability after other credits
  • Requires taxpayers to provide documentation from their county fire coordinator proving they have continuously served as active volunteer firefighters for at least three consecutive years
  • Directs the State Fire Marshal to promulgate rules and regulations defining which persons qualify as active service volunteer firefighters
  • Takes effect January 1, 2018

Legislative Description

Income tax; authorize a credit for taxpayers who serve as volunteer firefighters.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/21/2018

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/2/2018

Full Bill Text

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