Contact Congress about H.R. 2347: Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act
Sexual abuse survivors could keep more of a court award or settlement. The bill would make most non-punitive damages for sexual acts or sexual contact tax-free. It would not cover punitive damages.
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Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act is a Senate bill awaiting final action. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate.
Latest action on H.R. 2347: Received in the Senate.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects survivors who receive money from a lawsuit or settlement after sexual abuse or assault. It also affects lawyers, courts, tax preparers, and the IRS because settlement papers and judgments would matter for tax treatment. Federal agencies would have to help explain the new rule to the public.
Why this matters: Survivors can lose part of a court award or settlement to federal income taxes under current rules. This bill could let them keep more money for needs like counseling, lost income, housing, or safety. It also changes what proof matters by focusing on the judgment or settlement, not medical records alone. That could make the rule easier to use, but it also makes careful wording in legal papers more important.
Key provisions in H.R. 2347
- The bill adds a new tax break for sexual abuse damages. It expands the current rule that already makes some damages for physical injury or sickness tax-free.
- It uses definitions already in federal criminal law. The terms “sexual act” and “sexual contact” come from 18 U.S.C. section 2246.
- Punitive damages would still be taxed. Only non-punitive damages tied to sexual acts or sexual contact would stay out of gross income, which is income counted for federal tax.
- The damages can qualify if the legal papers clearly say why the money was paid. That means the judgment or settlement agreement must state that the damages are for a sexual act or sexual contact.
- The IRS could not reject the tax break only because there are no medical records. The survivor would not need medical records as the sole proof of the act or contact.
How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 2347
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Questions people ask about H.R. 2347
- What is H.R. 2347?
- Sexual abuse survivors could keep more of a court award or settlement. The bill would make most non-punitive damages for sexual acts or sexual contact tax-free. It would not cover punitive damages.
- How do I support or oppose H.R. 2347?
- Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
- Who should I contact about H.R. 2347?
- Modern Action uses your location to route the action to the congressional offices relevant to the bill and your representation.
- Can Modern Action explain H.R. 2347 before I act?
- Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.
