HR 5225 would exempt certain wildfire disaster payments from federal income tax through 2032. It covers things like living expenses, lost wages, and injury compensation that insurance didn't pay for. The relief only applies to federally declared wildfire disasters.
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Protect Innocent Victims of Taxation After Fire Extension Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Latest action on H.R. 5225: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who this affects: This bill primarily affects people who have received or will receive financial payments because of wildfire damage. It also has implications for taxpayers broadly, since the tax exclusion reduces federal revenue. Insurers, utilities, and government agencies that make wildfire-related payments may also be affected, since the tax-free status could change how settlements and relief programs are structured.
Why this matters: Wildfire victims often receive financial help from government programs, lawsuits, or settlements, but under current law much of that money counts as taxable income. This bill would let people keep the full amount of their wildfire relief payments without an additional tax hit. With wildfires becoming more frequent and destructive, the financial stakes for affected families are growing.
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Officially: Protect Innocent Victims of Taxation After Fire Extension Act
HR 5225 would exempt certain wildfire disaster payments from federal income tax through 2032. It covers things like living expenses, lost wages, and injury compensation that insurance didn't pay for. The relief only applies to federally declared wildfire disasters.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR5225. Modern Action shows what the bill would change, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (9/9/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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