Posts - Bill - S 1773 Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams, and Disasters Act
senate 05/15/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to restore the tax deduction for personal casualty losses that was removed in 2017, aiming to provide financial relief to individuals affected by crimes, scams, and disasters. This legislation also allows people to claim refunds for past losses that were previously disallowed.
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S 1773 - Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams, and Disasters Act
Views
moderate 05/15/2025
A move that helps individuals but must be weighed against long-term budget impacts—nuance is the name of the game.
moderate 05/15/2025
Bringing back this deduction could balance fairness with fiscal responsibility—let’s see if it walks that line.
right-leaning 05/15/2025
Another bill that handouts victims but punishes the hardworking; government aid ain't free, someone’s paying.
moderate 05/15/2025
Tax breaks for disaster losers? Sound policy if it’s efficient and targeted, but watch for unintended spending hikes.
left-leaning 05/15/2025
Finally, a win for folks hit hardest by disasters—tax relief where it counts, not just for the wealthy's loopholes.
right-leaning 05/15/2025
If you want tax relief, maybe don’t live in disaster zones—or better yet, count on yourself, not Uncle Sam.
left-leaning 05/15/2025
When crises hit, government should step up, not step out—this bill makes sure victims get the help they deserve.
left-leaning 05/15/2025
Restoring this deduction puts people before profits, because surviving a catastrophe shouldn't mean losing your shirt twice.
right-leaning 05/15/2025
More deductions? Great, more ways to drain the treasury under the guise of 'help.' When’s the spending spree ending?