The US House is taking up legislation to allow pet owners the ability to deduct up to $3,500 for pet care related expenses (including veterinary care). House Bill 3501 Humanity and Pet Partnered Through the Years Act would allow such deductions if passed. This bill is being sponored by Rep McCotter and has currently been refered to the House Ways and Means Commitee. In order for this legislation to become a reality it must make it out of the SubCommitte of the Ways and Means Committee, the Full Committee, then make it to the floor.
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