SB00285

An Act Providing A Family Caregiver Tax Credit.

Introduced·2/19/26

Provides a tax credit for family caregivers who incur uncompensated expenses for eligible family members.

Starting January 1, 2027, eligible family caregivers can claim a tax credit for expenses related to the care and support of eligible family members. Eligible expenditures include hiring home health aides, respite care, adult day care, personal care attendants, health care equipment, and technology. The credit is 50% of eligible expenditures, up to $2,000 per year. The credit is nonrefundable and cannot exceed the tax liability. Eligible family members must live in the caregiver's primary residence and require assistance with activities of daily living.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

AGE Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Change of Reference)

14 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 24

12:00 AM

Aging Public Hearing

History

Mar 6

Senate

Favorable Change of Reference, Senate to Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding

Mar 6

Senate

Favorable Change of Reference, House to Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding

Mar 5

Senate

Joint Favorable Change of Reference Finance, Revenue and Bonding