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HR 6169 — Pathway to Job Creation through a Simpler, Fairer Tax Code Act of 2012

Last action — Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 747, H.R. 6169 is laid on the table.

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Summary

Pathway to Job Creation through a Simpler, Fairer Tax Code Act of 2012 - States that the purpose of this Act is to provide for the enactment of comprehensive tax reform in 2013 that: (1) protects taxpayers by creating a fairer, simpler, flatter tax code; (2) is comprehensive; (3) results in tax revenue consistent with historical norms; (4) spurs greater investment, innovation and job creation; and (5) makes American workers and businesses more competitive. Defines a "tax reform bill" for purposes of this Act as a bill to be introduced by the chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means not later than April 30, 2013, that is certified by the chair of the Joint Committee on Taxation as containing proposals to: (1) consolidate the 6 current individual income tax brackets into a maximum of 2 brackets (of 10% and not higher than 25%), (2) reduce the corporate income tax rate to not more than 25%, (3) repeal the alternative minimum tax (AMT), (4) broaden the tax base so that tax revenues comprise between 18% and 19% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and (5) reform the current system of foreign taxation. Provides for the expedited consideration of such bill in the House of Representatives and the Senate.

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Action History

  1. Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 747, H.R. 6169 is laid on the table.

  2. Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 747, the text of H.R. 6169, as passed by the House, is appended as new matter at the end of the engrossment of H.R. 8.

  3. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  4. On passage Passed by recorded vote: 232 - 189 (Roll no. 552).

  5. On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 188 - 235 (Roll no. 551). (consideration: CR H5680-5681)

  6. The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H5680)

  7. DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop (NY) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the same back to the House forthwith with an amendment to prohibit a tax reform measure considered under the expedited procedures provided by this bill from reducing, repealing, or otherwise eliminating deductions for mortgage interest or charitable contributions.

  8. Mr. Bishop (NY) moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means. (consideration: CR H5678-5681; text: CR H5678)

  9. H.AMDT.1475 On agreeing to the Slaughter amendment (A001) Failed by recorded vote: 176 - 246 (Roll no. 550). (consideration: CR H5678)

  10. H.AMDT.1475 The previous question was ordered on the amendment (A001) pursuant to the rule. (consideration: CR H5678)

  11. DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 747, the House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Slaughter amendment in the nature of a substitute.

  12. H.AMDT.1475 Amendment (A001) in the nature of a substitute offered by Ms. Slaughter. (consideration: CR H5676-5680 text: CR H5676-5677)Amendment in the nature of a substitute sought to lay out Democratic principles for tax reforms that call for increased revenues to bring down the national debt and invest in economic growth; a progressive tax rate structure; protecting the vulnerable; repeal of the AMT; discouraging tax haven abuse; elimination of tax breaks that ship jobs and profits overseas; promotion of domestic manufacturing; and preserving incentives for education, retirement, healthcare, home ownership, and small businesses.

  13. DEBATE - The House proceeded with three hours of debate on H.R. 6169.

  14. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6169 and H.R. 8. H.R. 6169 is accorded 3 hours of general debate and H.R. 8 is accorded 1 hour of general debate. For H.R. 6169, the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in Part A of the report is in order and shall be debatable for 20 minutes. For H.R. 8, the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in Part B is made in order and shall be debatable for 20 minutes. Section 3 provides that on any legislative day from August 3, 2012 through September 7, 2012: (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; (b) the Chair may adjourn the House to meet at a date and time within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution; and (c) bills and resolutions introduced shall be numbered, listed in the Congressional Record, and when printed shall bear the date of introduction, but may be referred at a later time. Section 4 authorizes the Speaker to appoint Members to perform the duties of the Chair for t

  15. Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 747. (consideration: CR H5658-5681; text of measure as reported in House: CR H5658-5659)

  16. Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 747 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6169 and H.R. 8. H.R. 6169 is accorded 3 hours of general debate and H.R. 8 is accorded 1 hour of general debate. For H.R. 6169, the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in Part A of the report is in order and shall be debatable for 20 minutes. For H.R. 8, the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in Part B is made in order and shall be debatable for 20 minutes. Section 3 provides that on any legislative day from August 3, 2012 through September 7, 2012: (a) the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; (b) the Chair may adjourn the House to meet at a date and time within the limits of clause 4, section 5, article I of the Constitution; and (c) bills and resolutions introduced shall be numbered, listed in the Congressional Record, and when printed shall bear the date of introduction, but may be referred at a later time.

  17. Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 153.

  18. Reported by the Committee on Rules. H. Rept. 112-629.

  19. Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 6169 do?
Pathway to Job Creation through a Simpler, Fairer Tax Code Act of 2012 - States that the purpose of this Act is to provide for the enactment of comprehensive tax reform in 2013 that: (1) protects taxpayers by creating a fairer, simpler, flatter tax code; (2) is comprehensive; (3) results in tax revenue consistent with historical norms; (4) spurs greater investment, innovation and job creation; and (5) makes American workers and businesses more competitive. Defines a "tax reform bill" for purposes of this Act as a bill to be introduced by the chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means not later than April 30, 2013, that is certified by the chair of the Joint Committee on Taxation as containing proposals to: (1) consolidate the 6 current individual income tax brackets into a maximum of 2 brackets (of 10% and not higher than 25%), (2) reduce the corporate income tax rate to not more than 25%, (3) repeal the alternative minimum tax (AMT), (4) broaden the tax base so that tax revenues comprise between 18% and 19% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and (5) reform the current system of foreign taxation. Provides for the expedited consideration of such bill in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Who sponsors HR 6169?
HR 6169 is sponsored by David Dreier (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 6169?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “Introduced” 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 6169?
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