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Introduced
02/09/2021
02/09/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION; INCREASING THE LOW-INCOME COMPREHENSIVE TAX REBATE; INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE WORKING FAMILIES TAX CREDIT AND EXPANDING ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CREDIT; REQUIRING WITHHOLDERS OF THE WITHHOLDING TAX TO PROVIDE TO WITHHOLDEES INFORMATION REGARDING STATE ASSISTANCE FOR LOW-INCOME NEW MEXICANS FROM THE TAXATION AND REVENUE DEPARTMENT.
AI Summary
This bill:
- Increases the amount of the low-income comprehensive tax rebate, which is a refundable tax credit available to low-income New Mexico residents who file individual state income tax returns. The rebate amounts are increased for various income and exemption levels.
- Increases the amount of the working families tax credit from 17% to 25% of the federal earned income tax credit, and expands eligibility to include residents aged 18-24 who would otherwise be ineligible due to the federal age requirement.
- Requires employers who withhold state taxes (known as "withholders") to provide their employees (known as "withholdees") with information about state assistance programs for low-income New Mexicans, such as the tax rebates and credits, when providing the annual withholding statement.
The provisions of this bill apply to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2021.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Sent to STBTC - Referrals: STBTC/SFC (on 02/09/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=339&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0339.pdf |
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