Crapo Recognized for Affordable Housing Work
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) is being recognized for his work advancing policies that make affordable housing more accessible to American families. The Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition (AHTCC) presented Crapo with its Affordable Housing Champion Award in honor of his efforts to permanently expand the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit as […]
Working Families Tax Cuts Help More Americans Save for Health Care
Washington, D.C.—The Working Families Tax Cuts are making it easier for Americans to save for health care expenses by expanding access to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Before the law took effect, only 2 percent of people insured through the federal Affordable Care Act marketplace were enrolled in HSA-eligible plans, which provides a tax-advantaged way to […]
Working Families Tax Cuts Build a Skilled Workforce
Washington, D.C.—The Working Families Tax Cuts are helping Americans gain the skills needed to succeed in the workplace. The law expands support for workforce development programs and education, making it easier for Americans to pursue the training, skills and credentials that best fit their career goals and open doors to new opportunities. The law’s pro-growth […]
Senate Unanimously Approves Bipartisan Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) today applauded the Senate’s unanimous approval of the Taxpayer Assistance and Service (TAS) Act, a package of 65 bipartisan reforms to modernize the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), strengthen taxpayer rights and improve the agency’s ability to administer the tax code […]
Working Families Tax Cuts Make Parenthood More Affordable
Washington, D.C.—In addition to delivering individual tax relief for the vast majority of Americans, the Working Families Tax Cuts are making raising a family more affordable for new and future parents. The law strengthens policies that support adoption and child care, while expanding opportunities for children to access a quality education and begin saving for […]
Finance Committee Advances HHS, IRS and U.S. Tax Court Nominations
Washington, D.C.—The U.S. Senate Finance Committee advanced the nominations of Gerard “Chris” Klomp to be Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) by a vote of 15-12, James “Jim” Gadwood to be Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by a vote of 14-13, Ge Bai to be Assistant Secretary for Planning & […]
Crapo Statement at Executive Session to Consider HHS, IRS and U.S. Tax Court Nominations
Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) delivered the following remarks at an executive session to consider the nominations of Gerard “Chris” Klomp to be Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), James “Jim” Gadwood to be Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Ge Bai to be Assistant Secretary […]
Crapo Recognized for Leadership in Fight Against Cancer
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, is being recognized for his leadership in advancing policies to improve cancer research, screening and care. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) presented Crapo with its National Distinguished Advocacy Award, the organization’s most prestigious honor, recognizing his work to […]
Crapo Announces Executive Session to Consider HHS, IRS, Tax Court Nominations
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) announced the Committee will mark up the nominations of Gerard “Chris” Klomp to be Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services, James Gadwood to be Chief Counsel for the Internal Revenue Service and an Assistant General Counsel in the Department of the Treasury, Ge Bai to […]
Crapo Announces Finance Committee Staff Updates
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) today announced the following staff updates: Kennedy Cummins, Professional Staff Member Kennedy joins the Committee from Chairman Crapo’s personal office, where she worked on international trade issues as a legislative correspondent. She previously interned at JRC Land and Legal Services in Twin Falls, Idaho. She holds […]