119th Congress · House bill · Last action Sep 24, 2026
H.R. 10613In CommitteeTaxation
Housing COST Act
Sponsor: Rep. Tran, Derek (D-CA)Introduced Sep 24, 2026
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In plain English
This bill allows taxpayers to claim a tax credit for rent paid on their primary residence. The credit would reduce the amount of federal income tax owed based on documented rental payments made during the tax year. Rep. Derek Tran (D-CA) introduced the measure, which was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
What’s in the bill (2 sections)
- Sec. 2. Refundable credit for rent paid for principal residence
- Sec. 36C. Renter tax credit
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Rep. Tran, Derek [D-CA-45]
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House
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HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sep 24
Introduced in House
Sep 24
Introduced in House
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