H.R. 3605, The Educator Expense Deduction Act of 2007

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H.R. 3605 would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase, extend, and make permanent the above-the-line deduction for certain expenses of elementary and secondary school teachers.

Detailed Summary

Educator Expense Deduction Act of 2007 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to: (1) increase the allowable tax deduction for the expenses of elementary and secondary school teachers to $500; (2) allow the deduction of professional development expenses; and (3) make such deduction permanent.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 9/19/2007: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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