Scored 8/10 on whether it helps or hurts everyday people.
The Affordable Breaks Bill
Affordable housing tax breaks are coming
Creates an affordable housing business tax credit as well as eliminate sales tax on any materials purchased for use in the renovation of affordable rental housing.
Good for everyday people ·
Helps people buy or rent affordable homes
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If you're struggling to find a place to live, this bill could make it easier to find affordable housing, but it's still in the early stages and needs support to become law
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Creates a tax credit for businesses that help with affordable housing
- Eliminates sales tax on materials for renovating affordable rental homes
- Sponsored by multiple representatives from Rhode Island
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