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H.R. 4397

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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to deny tax deductions for certain settlements paid in connection with defamation.
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Committee
Latest Action · June 30, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Congress
118th (2023–2025)
Introduced
June 30, 2023
Sponsor
Rep. Brendan BoyleD
Cosponsors (0)
None
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No Taxpayer Bailout for Defamation Act This bill denies a tax deduction for any settlement or payment related to defamation (intentional damage to an individual's good reputation) if the taxpayer has admitted to guilt or culpability or for attorney's fees related to such settlement or payment.

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