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| https://hurd.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/tax-legislation-prevents-widespread-hikes-families-and-protects-small | Tax Legislation Prevents Widespread Hikes on Families and Protects Small Business | 2015-12-17 | 2015 | 2015-12 | Republican | House | TX | Will Hurd | H001073 | hurd.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DCLegislation that will prevent significant tax hikes for millions of Americans and extend tax relief programs that empower job creators, was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives today. The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act makes permanent over 20 tax relief provisions and extends for 5 years or 2 years a number of other tax relief measures that expired in 2014. Less taxes to Washington means more money in the pockets of hard-working Americans, said U.S. Representative Will Hurd. This bill will drive economic growth by saving businesses money and empowering them to invest in future development. Highlights of the bill include: A permanent tax credit for research and development that is estimated to increase the amount of research American companies undertake by 10% A deduction for teachers who spend their own money on classroom expenses A 2-year moratorium on the medical device tax, the existing speedbump for inventors that develop breakthrough medical technologies Section 179 expensing for cyclical businesses, especially farms, so that they may invest in new property and equipment in more profitable years A 15-year recovery for leasehold and restaurant improvements, so the thousands of family-owned restaurants in TX-23 can invest in their facilities Charitable deduction allowed for contributions to agricultural research organizations A number of reforms designed to better protect taxpayers from IRS abuse including easier terminations for IRS employees and a streamlined process for political organizations seeking 501(c)4 status This is one of the most important tax initiatives for small business in the past decade and were very grateful to Rep. Hurd for having been a strong supporter, said NFIB President and CEO Dan Danner. Rep. Hurd clearly understands that small business is the largest employer, the biggest taxpayer and the most important part of the economy and his vote today makes a real difference. Tax policies should incentivize innovation and business development, not create additional risks for entrepreneurs and business owners. Americans need certainty when planning their expenses and should not have to worry each December if their businesses and investments will be put at risk, added Hurd. By making these tax cuts permanent, this legislation delivers predictability, clarity, and certainty for individuals, families and job creators. The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act passed with a final vote of 318-109 and has been sent to the Senate. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |