IRS: A Major New Bill Offers Tax Deductions for Employed Americans and Seniors

Internal Revenue Agency WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new provision has been introduced as part of a significant bill that’s set to take effect on July 4, 2025, under Public Law 119-21. “There is no tax on tips.” New Deduction: From 2025 to 2028, employees and self-employed individuals can deduct eligible tips received in their jobs […]
An analysis of Trump’s stance on taxing tips and overtime deductions

Tax Changes from Trump’s New Spending Bill President Trump has introduced a significant spending bill that includes various tax modifications, and it’s drawing attention to how these changes might benefit workers. For those filing income taxes in 2025, millions of U.S. workers, particularly those who earn tips or receive overtime pay, could be in line […]
IRS Provides Information on New Deductions for Seniors, Tips, Overtime, and Car Interest

Recently, the IRS released guidance regarding the new provisions included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). If you’re feeling a bit lost about this legislation, you’re not alone. Before President Donald Trump enacted the bill on July 4, 2025, there was already a mix of misinformation and confusion surrounding it. The Forbes team […]
Essential information and uncertainties regarding US tax deductions for tips and overtime pay

Millions of US workers might see changes to their overtime salaries due to potential federal tax deductions in the upcoming tax year of 2025. However, which workers will actually benefit from this new deduction is still a point the government needs to clarify after President Trump’s recent spending and policy package gains approval from Congress. […]
Understanding US tax deductions for tips and overtime pay: what is known and what remains unclear

Changes to Tax Regulations for Workers Millions of workers in the US might soon see changes regarding federal tax deductions on tips and overtime pay when filing for the 2025 tax year. However, a clear outline of which workers will be eligible for these deductions needs to be finalized by the government following President Trump’s […]
Trump’s tax deductions for tips, car loans, and others might not significantly help low-income earners.

Senate Advances Tax Cut Bill Amid Concerns Over Beneficiary Impact After the Senate approved a major tax cut bill on July 1, 2025, Senators John Basso (R-Wyoming), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) spoke to the media. This legislation, supported by President Trump, focuses heavily on tax reductions. Included in the package are various […]
‘The Nonsense Needs to End’: John Kennedy Urges Mike Lawler to Stop Complaining About Reduced Deductions for Blue States

Sen. Kennedy Critiques Rep. Lawler Over Tax Cuts On Friday, Louisiana Senator John Kennedy criticized New York Republican Representative Mike Lawler, suggesting he should submit a “hurtful sentiment report” concerning the Senate’s choice to reduce state and local tax deductions (often referred to as SALT). This statement follows the House of Representatives’ recent passage of […]
Changes to Trump’s major tax proposal include adjustments to tip taxation and SALT deductions.

Senate Approves Tax Break for Tipped Workers This week, the Senate announced a revision of a tax proposal known as “One Big Beautiful Bill,” put forth by President Donald Trump. There are mixed opinions about whether this is better for the average American compared to a similar bill passed by the House. The Senate’s version […]
Dispute arises over SALT deductions among House and Senate Republicans

On Monday, House Republicans from Blue States raised concerns after news of a significant increase in state and local tax deduction caps emerged from the Senate GOP tax officers regarding President Trump’s Mammoth Agenda bill. Senator Mike Lawler expressed his frustration on social media, suggesting that the Senate’s stance was a clear message that the […]
Wealthy Americans will leave New York and high-tax states despite increased SALT deductions, according to a Goldman report.

A recent analysis from Goldman Sachs suggests that even with a high limit on state and local tax (SALT) deductions, the trend of people moving to states like Florida and Texas is unlikely to change. This report, led by economist Jan Hatzius, indicates that over the last two decades, the U.S. has seen a significant […]