LaHood Introduces Bill to Modernize Tax System for Americans Living Overseas

“For the first time in our lifetimes, Americans abroad can see the light at the end of the long, dark tunnel that has cost them huge amounts in accounting fees, ruined relationships, and made it impossible for them to live normal lives,” said Brandon Mitchener, Executive Director of Tax Fairness for Americans Abroad. "We thank Mr. LaHood for his leadership and look forward to working with him to collect feedback on this non-partisan approach and to help advance the bill to the president’s desk next year.”

Rep. LaHood has worked closely with Tax Fairness for Americans Abroad (TFFAA) in the drafting of this bill. TFFAA is a U.S. non-profit organization whose Board members have deep personal experience navigating the pitfalls of U.S. tax and financial services laws that affect Americans abroad. The organization’s sole mission is to advocate for a U.S. tax system for Americans abroad that is based on residence and source, not citizenship.

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