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The Refund Equality Bill
Same sex couples get tax refund equality
Refund Equality Act of 2025
Good for everyday people ·
Lets same sex couples change tax returns from past years
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If you're in a same sex marriage, you could get a refund you were previously denied, so now is the time to speak up and support this bill as it moves forward
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The facts
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- Permits legally married same-sex couples to amend their filing status for tax returns
- Applies to tax returns outside the normal statute of limitations
- Sponsored by senators from both parties
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