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A 4689

Relates to tax check-off boxes on personal income tax return forms; repealer

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Molitor

Bill A 4689 repeals tax check-off boxes on income tax returns, simplifying filing for taxpayers but potentially reducing funding for charities and state programs.

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Bill Summary · A 4689

Summary of Bill A 4689

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: A 4689
  • Title: Relates to tax check-off boxes on personal income tax return forms; repealer
  • Status: Referred to Ways and Means
  • Introduced: February 04, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill A 4689 aims to repeal existing provisions related to tax check-off boxes on personal income tax return forms. These check-off boxes typically allow taxpayers to designate a portion of their tax payment to specific funds or causes, such as charitable organizations or state programs. The intent behind this bill is to streamline the tax return process by eliminating these options, which may be seen as unnecessary or burdensome for taxpayers.

Key Provisions

  • Repeal of Check-Off Boxes: The primary provision of Bill A 4689 is the removal of check-off boxes from personal income tax return forms. This change would mean that taxpayers will no longer have the option to allocate funds to designated causes directly through their tax returns.

Impact

  • Taxpayers: The repeal may simplify the tax filing process for individuals by reducing the number of decisions they need to make when completing their returns. However, it may also limit the ability of taxpayers to support specific causes through their tax contributions.

  • Charitable Organizations and State Programs: Organizations that previously benefited from taxpayer contributions through check-off boxes may experience a decrease in funding. This could impact their operations and the services they provide to the community.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Action: As of February 4, 2025, Bill A 4689 has been referred to the Ways and Means Committee for further consideration. The timeline for subsequent actions, such as hearings or votes, will depend on the committee's schedule and priorities.

Related Bills

Bill A 4689 is connected to several prior-session bills, including:
- A 9663
- A 4515
- A 5457
- A 4917
- A 1964

These related bills may provide context or additional insights into the legislative history surrounding tax check-off provisions.

This summary provides an overview of Bill A 4689, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and potential impacts on taxpayers and related organizations. Further developments will depend on the legislative process as the bill moves through the Ways and Means Committee.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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