H.R. 396 would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide that certain net capital gain of individuals who have attained age 65 shall not be subject to tax.
Detailed Summary
Senior Assets Verification Exemption (SAVE) from Capital Gains Tax Act of 2009 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax deduction for the qualified net capital gain of taxpayers age 65 and older. Defines "qualified net capital gain" as the lesser of: (1) net capital gain; or (2) net capital gain only from assets held for at least 15 years.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 1/9/2009: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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