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House approves tax credit for families with disabled dependents; advances wide range of bills in morning session
Summary
Lawmakers approved HB184 to restore a tax credit for families caring for a disabled dependent and moved a slate of bills through consent and third-reading calendars, including HB51, HB110, HB167, HB387, HB102, HB141, HB197, and multiple committee recommendations.
The Utah House on Feb. 25, 2009, approved House Bill 184 to restore a nonrefundable tax credit for taxpayers who care for a disabled adult or dependent child. Supporters argued the credit eases burdens on families and reduces state reliance on institutional care; opponents cautioned about undermining single‑rate tax policy. The bill passed by voice and recorded tally (66 yes, 4 no) and will be sent to the Senate.
Representative Dougal introduced the bill saying…
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