United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 777 — Small Distillery Excise Tax Act of 2011

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Small Distillery Excise Tax Act of 2011 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow small distilled spirits producers a credit against the excise tax on distilled spirits equal to 80% of the otherwise applicable tax on the first 65,000 of proof gallons of distilled spirits produced in or imported into the United States. Defines "small distilled spirits producer" as any person who produces not more than 100,000 proof gallons of distilled spirits during the calendar year.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 777 do?
Small Distillery Excise Tax Act of 2011 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow small distilled spirits producers a credit against the excise tax on distilled spirits equal to 80% of the otherwise applicable tax on the first 65,000 of proof gallons of distilled spirits produced in or imported into the United States. Defines "small distilled spirits producer" as any person who produces not more than 100,000 proof gallons of distilled spirits during the calendar year.
Who sponsors HR 777?
HR 777 is sponsored by Maurice Hinchey (Democrat).
What is the current status of HR 777?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 777?
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