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Lawmakers hear broad support for family caregiver tax credit as way to help families keep elders at home
Summary
Advocates and legislators at the Aging Committee hearing supported SB 285, a family caregiver tax credit, saying modest credits help unpaid family caregivers offset costs and keep older adults at home; members discussed eligibility scope, fiscal tradeoffs, and possible future expansion.
Advocates, AARP volunteers and legislators told the Aging Committee SB 285—creating a family caregiver tax credit—would provide targeted financial relief to the unpaid family caregivers who form the backbone of the state's long‑term care system.
Senator Gordon, a sponsor, described his personal experience caring for an elderly parent and said the…
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