HB2347: Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act
- Introduced (completed)
- 2Passed One Chamber (current step)
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
Here is how to read this bill
Start with the summary
It says what the bill does in plain language. The official text is one tab over.
Check where it is
The status badge says how far it has gotten. The History tab lists every step.
Follow it
We will email you when it moves. You need a free account.
Tell someone who votes on it
Email or call the sponsor, or find your own representatives, from the actions panel.
Bill information
Summary
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income any damages, other than punitive damages, received on account of any sexual acts or sexual contact.
Plain-language summary
This bill changes federal tax law to exclude certain lawsuit settlements from income taxes. Specifically, damages paid to survivors of sexual abuse or assault would not be taxed, except for punitive damages (extra money meant to punish wrongdoers). The bill affects survivors who receive settlements and the Internal Revenue Service's tax collection. Currently, the bill has passed one of Congress and is being considered by the other chamber.
AI-generated summary
What can I do?
This bill is halfway there — legislators in the second chamber are considering it now.
Contact Your Representatives
Calling or emailing is the most direct way to weigh in — offices tally constituent contacts.
Find Your RepresentativesShare This Bill
Sharing helps others in your district get informed and involved.
HB2347: Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act
Upcoming hearings & events
Sponsors
Lloyd Smucker
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (3)
Gwen Moore
Gregory Meeks
Claudia Tenney