Requiring Excise for Migrant Income Transfers Act

Summary#

The bill would increase the federal excise tax on remittance transfers from 1% to 15%. The tax would not apply to transfers sent by a verified U.S. citizen or national through a provider that has an agreement with the Treasury Secretary to verify senders. The bill would also allow individuals to claim a credit for remittance transfer taxes they paid, subject to Social Security number and proof requirements. Transfer providers would have new reporting duties.

What it means for you#

If you send money abroad, the tax rate could rise unless your transfer meets the bill’s exemption. U.S. citizens and nationals could qualify for that exemption through a participating provider. Individuals who pay the tax could seek a credit on their tax return if they meet the bill’s requirements.

Expenses#

The bill changes the tax rate and creates a tax credit. No publicly available information gives an estimate of the resulting expenses or revenue.

Proponents' View#

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Opponents' View#

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