Tension rises over SALT deduction among Republican leaders in the House and Senate
Republicans in states controlled by Democrats are raising concerns in the Senate regarding President Trump’s proposed budget. GOP lawmakers from New York and California want to keep the current limits on state and local tax (SALT) deductions, which they see as a way to save taxpayers money. These Republican representatives have made the existing $10,000 […]
Reinstating Country Club Dues Tax Deduction Is Stronger Justification Than SALT
Tax Policy Shifts and SALT Deductions The Tax Cuts and Employment Act (TCJA) has led to a permanent decrease in corporate tax rates, effectively putting an end to corporate inversions as an ongoing issue. However, the cuts in personal income tax rates are set to expire at the end of 2025. A lawsuit has now […]
‘Givers’ vs ‘receivers’: SALT conflict sparks discussion between blue and red states
President Trump’s domestic agenda bill has sparked discussions about whether blue states are financially supporting red states. After pressure from House Republicans in predominantly blue regions, the bill was revised to raise the state and local tax (SALT) credit limit to $40,000. This change is seen as a significant win for a small group of […]
Trump’s tax cuts remain in place as SALT deduction limit increased in narrow 215-214 vote
Senate Split on House’s “Big and Beautiful Bill” The reaction in the Senate to the House’s “big and beautiful bill” has been distinctly divided. Democrats are raising alarms about potential long-term damage to the working class, while Republicans assert that the legislation will be beneficial for many. There are strong feelings on both sides. According […]
House Republican tax bill approves a $40,000 limit on the ‘SALT’ deduction. Here are the beneficiaries.
House Proposes Changes to SALT Deductions Jason Smith (R-MO), who is the chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, is set to hold a press conference on May 13, 2025, just before a markup hearing at the Longworth House Building on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. On Thursday morning, House lawmakers approved modifications to […]
Rep. Mike Lawler highlights $40K SALT deduction limit for New York as House advances Trump’s tax plan
Rep. Mike Lawler Celebrates Significant Tax Credit Increase WASHINGTON – Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) is marking an 11-hour agreement that brings a 400% increase in state and local tax (SALT) credits, part of President Trump’s “one big beautiful bill.” “For the middle class, this represents a true win, particularly in places like New York,” Lawler […]
Americans didn’t choose Trump to change SALT limits or reform Medicaid.
Republicans Push Back Against Trump’s Agenda Various factions within the Republican Party are signaling that they might obstruct President Trump’s agenda if their demands aren’t met. While some of their concerns might be reasonable, others seem less so. Yet, the underlying message is clear: they want more. This feels all too familiar in D.C. The […]
Johnson agrees on a provisional $40,000 limit for SALT deductions in Trump’s proposal
Republicans Reach Tentative Deals on SALT Cap A preliminary agreement has been reached between House Speaker Mike Johnson and a group of Republican lawmakers concerning the increase of state and local tax credits, commonly referred to as “SALT” caps. The proposed cap would rise to $40,000 for households earning less than $500,000 annually, up from […]
Johnson and SALT Republicans focus on key agreement
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and a moderate Republican are currently working on a potential adjustment to the state and local tax (SALT) deduction limit. According to sources, the proposed plan aims to raise the SALT deduction cap for households earning below $500,000 to $40,000, a significant increase from the current $10,000 limit. Additionally, this amount […]
Real-time updates: Trump does not gain support from SALT Republicans
On Tuesday, President Trump encouraged moderate Republicans to “forget salt,” but it seems he wasn’t able to sway them. New York GOP officials Mike Lawler, Nick Larota, and Andrew Garvalino announced their opposition to the proposed package that came out of a morning meeting. The issue of salt has become one of the central focus […]